Major Flood
10 ft
Current Water Level
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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
9 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Residential flooding occurs northeast of Rocky Ford
9 ft
Moderate agricultural flooding occurs
8 ft
Minor agricultural flooding occurs northeast of Rocky Ford and elsewhere
7 ft
Minor overbank flow occurs into low spots along the river channel
6 ft
The river is bankfull
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 1999 | 11.3 ft | 26,000 cfs |
| Jul 9, 1978 | 10.81 ft | 23,300 cfs |
| Sep 15, 2013 | 8.24 ft | 8,060 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arkansas River at Catlin Dam?
The Arkansas River at Catlin Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07119700) 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 Arkansas River at Catlin Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arkansas River at Catlin Dam is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Arkansas River rises?
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Where is the Arkansas River at Catlin Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Otero County, Colorado at coordinates 38.1258°N, 103.9119°W. USGS site number: 07119700. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Division of Water Resources, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey