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Boulder Creek (CO) below Nederland
Colorado — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Boulder County, Colorado on the Boulder Creek (CO). Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BLFC2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Major Flood

12 ft

3,937 cfs

Moderate Flood

10 ft

2,776 cfs

Minor Flood

5.5 ft

745 cfs

Action Stage

5 ft

745 cfs

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

What Floods at Each Level

11 ft

WIDESPREAD FLOODING ALONG AND NEAR THE CREEK IN BOULDER.

10 ft

CONSIDERABLE FLOODING IN DOWNTOWN BOULDER.

5.5 ft

FLOODING OF DRIVEWAY TO RED LIONS INN

5 ft

OVERFLOW INTO LOW LYING AREAS NEAR RED LIONS INN

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 22, 19955.5 ft750 cfs
Jun 22, 19955.5 ft750 cfs

About This Gauge

NWS LID

BLFC2

River

Boulder Creek (CO)

County

Boulder, CO

Coordinates

40.0033°N, 105.4003°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Boulder Creek (CO) below Nederland?

The Boulder Creek (CO) below Nederland 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 Boulder Creek (CO) below Nederland?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Boulder Creek (CO) below Nederland is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.

How do I get alerts when Boulder Creek (CO) rises?

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Where is the Boulder Creek (CO) below Nederland gauge located?

The gauge is located in Boulder County, Colorado at coordinates 40.0033°N, 105.4003°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: Mile High Flood District