Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
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.
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 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arkansas River near Leadville?
The Arkansas River near Leadville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07081200) 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 near Leadville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arkansas River near Leadville is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Arkansas River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Arkansas River near Leadville 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 near Leadville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lake County, Colorado at coordinates 39.2490°N, 106.3481°W. USGS site number: 07081200. 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 U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.
- 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.