Major Flood
4 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
2 ft
Minor Flood
1.5 ft
Action Stage
1 ft
What Floods at Each Level
6.2 ft
Corresponds to a flow of 1800 cfs which is the FEMA 1 percent flood. Widespread flood impacts within the FEMA 1 percent floodway. Approximately 15 residential structures, one mobil home parkm and one business impacted by flood waters. Numerous channel breakouts expected along Weekes Wash and down Palm Wash. Several bridge crossings at damger of being overtopped. Low water crossings along Weekes Wash impassible.
4 ft
Major Flood Stage. Widespread flooding along Weekes Wash in Apache Junction.
2.28 ft
Flood of July 21 2013. Water overflowing residential yards in Apache Junction. Outflows from Weekes Wash down Pal Wash. Widespread street flooding. Roadway near ALERT stream gage at Apache trail Highway 88 came close to overtopping roadway. Water begins to surround one or more homes in Apache Junction closest to Weekes Wash.
2 ft
Moderate Flood Stage.
1.5 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Water flowing one and a half foot deep near ALERT stream gage.
1 ft
Action Stage. Water flowing one foot deep near ALERT stream gage. Impacts begin at low water crossings along Weekes Wash.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
WKWA3
River
Weekes Wash
County
Pinal, AZ
Coordinates
33.4456°N, 111.5783°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Weekes Wash at Apache Junction?
The Weekes Wash at Apache Junction gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Weekes Wash at Apache Junction?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Weekes Wash at Apache Junction is 1.5 feet. Action stage begins at 1 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 2 feet, and major flooding at 4 feet.
How do I get alerts when Weekes Wash rises?
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Where is the Weekes Wash at Apache Junction gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pinal County, Arizona at coordinates 33.4456°N, 111.5783°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.