RIVER GAUGE · ARKANSAS RIVER
Arkansas River near Leadville
Lake County, Colorado
Water level4.31 ft
Flow13 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action8.5 ft
Minor flood9 ft
Moderate flood10 ft
Major flood12 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 12 ft
Flood waters cause a major impact to travel. Highways and roads are closed.
- 10 ft
Flood waters begin to impact structures.
- 9 ft
Flood waters begin to affect travel and low property access.
- 8.5 ft
Minor inundation of riparian and meadow areas occurs.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2015 | 8.42 ft | 1,140 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2024 | 8.36 ft | 975 cfs |
| Jul 1, 2019 | 8.36 ft | 975 cfs |
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