San Pedro River near Tombstone
Arizona — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cochise County, Arizona on the San Pedro River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 09471550, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
19 ft
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
26,700 cfs
Action Stage
13 ft
18,200 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Confidence good to warn downstream to Redington.
17 ft
Homes begin to flood St. David and Benson areas.
15 ft
Low lying areas of St. David and Benson threatened.
13 ft
Low-lying agricultural areas threatened.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2000 | 13.53 ft | 20,500 cfs |
| Oct 23, 2000 | 13.53 ft | 20,500 cfs |
| Oct 8, 1977 | 11.4 ft | 24,200 cfs |
| Oct 8, 1977 | 11.4 ft | 24,200 cfs |
| Aug 3, 2006 | 10.7 ft | 10,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SPTA3
River
San Pedro River
County
Cochise, AZ
Coordinates
31.7509°N, 110.2012°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Pedro River near Tombstone?
The San Pedro River near Tombstone gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09471550) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for San Pedro River near Tombstone?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Pedro River near Tombstone is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when San Pedro River rises?
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Where is the San Pedro River near Tombstone gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cochise County, Arizona at coordinates 31.7509°N, 110.2012°W. USGS site number: 09471550. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey