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
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13.5 ft
Major Flood. Flood waters are street level at F Street Bridge.
10 ft
Major Flood. Water threatens homes along the river.
9.5 ft
Moderate Flood. Water begins to flood residential properties in low lying areas upstream of F Street Bridge.
9 ft
Moderate Flood. Waters rise into buildings at F Street Bridge.
8.5 ft
Minor Flood. Water reaches base of F Street Bridge.
8 ft
Minor Flood. Water reaches lowest railroad tracks west of F Street Bridge.
7.5 ft
Action Stage. Water rises over low spots in path under Highway 291 Bridge.
6 ft
Action Stage. Water rises over the road into a farm near the confluence with the South Fork of the Arkansas River.
5.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2015 | 7.43 ft | 5,180 cfs |
| Jun 5, 2010 | 6.97 ft | 4,810 cfs |
| Jun 8, 2024 | 6.95 ft | 4,410 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SALC2
River
Arkansas River
County
Chaffee, CO
Coordinates
38.5458°N, 106.0106°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arkansas River at Salida?
The Arkansas River at Salida gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07091500) 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 Salida?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arkansas River at Salida is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Arkansas River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Arkansas River at Salida to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Arkansas River at Salida gauge located?
The gauge is located in Chaffee County, Colorado at coordinates 38.5458°N, 106.0106°W. USGS site number: 07091500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Data courtesy of Colorado Division of Water Resources
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.