Major Flood
6 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: OROC2). 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
5 ft
Minor Flood
4 ft
Action Stage
3.7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
This level represents a flood that has a 0.2-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. For more information click <a href="inundation/faq_google.php">here</a>.
8.8 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>.
7.7 ft
This level represents a flood that has a 2-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. For more information click <a href="inundation/faq_google.php">here</a>
6 ft
This is a life threatening flood in Boulder Canyon. There is major flooding of homes and severe damage to Highway 119. There is also extensive flooding of streets near the creek in the city of Boulder.
5.5 ft
Roads in Boulder Canyon are threatened. Considerable flooding occurs in downtown Boulder.
5 ft
There is moderate flooding of roads, homes and businesses in Boulder Canyon.
4.8 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>.
4.5 ft
This would be the highest flow at Orodell since records began in 1907. A number of private bridges crossing the creek in Boulder Canyon flood. The library on Canyon Avenue in the city of Boulder is affected. County Road 73 is overtopped.
4 ft
Debris in the creek could block flow at private bridges. 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>.
3.7 ft
Water flows into the lowest areas adjacent to the creek.
3.4 ft
Typically a tubing ban is enacted on Boulder Creek when the flow is around 700-800 cfs.
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 5, 1921 | 4.31 ft | 2,500 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2003 | 4.27 ft | 1,532 cfs |
| May 6, 1969 | 4.07 ft | 1,220 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
OROC2
River
Boulder Creek (CO)
County
Boulder, CO
Coordinates
40.0064°N, 105.3308°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Boulder Creek (CO) near Orodell?
The Boulder Creek (CO) near Orodell 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) near Orodell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Boulder Creek (CO) near Orodell is 4 feet. Action stage begins at 3.7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
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Where is the Boulder Creek (CO) near Orodell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Boulder County, Colorado at coordinates 40.0064°N, 105.3308°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.