Major Flood
10.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SHRC2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
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
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10.8 ft
This level represents a flood that has a 1-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. For more information click <a href="inundation/faq_google.php">here</a>.
10.5 ft
Stage and flow are near the maximum record flood occurring in 1969.
10 ft
Flooding of streets along and bridges crossing the creek is possible. Flooding affects the shopping center at West Dartmouth Avenue and South Sheridan Boulevard.
9 ft
Water is near the base of the South Lowell Boulevard bridge with flooding in the vicinity.
8.6 ft
This level represents a flood that has a 10-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. For more information click <a href="inundation/faq_google.php">here</a>.
8 ft
The shopping center parking lot floods at West Dartmouth Avenue and South Sheridan Boulevard.
7.5 ft
The creek overflows into park areas.
7 ft
There is minor overbank flow into low lying areas downstream of Bear Creek Reservoir.
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 6, 1969 | 10.5 ft | 8,150 cfs |
| Jun 3, 1995 | 7.5 ft | 3,550 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2012 | 6.07 ft | 1,556 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SHRC2
River
Bear Creek (CO)
County
Denver, CO
Coordinates
39.6523°N, 105.0329°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear Creek (CO) at Sheridan?
The Bear Creek (CO) at Sheridan gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Bear Creek (CO) at Sheridan?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear Creek (CO) at Sheridan is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 10.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bear Creek (CO) rises?
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Where is the Bear Creek (CO) at Sheridan gauge located?
The gauge is located in Denver County, Colorado at coordinates 39.6523°N, 105.0329°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: CO Division of Water Resources
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.