Major Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14.5 ft
Water reaches top of the Hightway 266 bridge. Approaches compromised.
13 ft
Water is to the base of the Highway 266 Bridge
12 ft
Major flood
11 ft
Moderate flood
10 ft
Minor flood. Loss of crops is possible in the Swink area. Many fields flood.
8 ft
Minor agricultural flooding occurs near Rocky Ford.
7 ft
The river is bankfull. Minor agricultural flooding occurs near Rocky Ford.
5 ft
Water flows into fields near the Highway 266 Bridge northeast of Rocky Ford.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2015 | 6.65 ft | 6,880 cfs |
| May 11, 2017 | 6.28 ft | 8,470 cfs |
| Sep 15, 2013 | 6.24 ft | 7,040 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arkansas River near Rocky Ford?
The Arkansas River near Rocky Ford gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07120500) 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 Rocky Ford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arkansas River near Rocky Ford is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Arkansas River rises?
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Where is the Arkansas River near Rocky Ford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Otero County, Colorado at coordinates 38.0646°N, 103.6855°W. USGS site number: 07120500. 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.