Major Flood
307.7 ft
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: CCSC2). 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
306.5 ft
Minor Flood
303.5 ft
Action Stage
301.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
306.4 ft
Cherry Creek begins flowing over Steele Street.
303.3 ft
There is extensive flooding of bike paths and foot bridges along Cherry Creek.
301.5 ft
Water is over numerous sections of the bike path in downtown Denver.
301 ft
Water near bike path and bottom of foot bridges crossing Cherry Creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2001 | 298.7 ft | 2,240 cfs |
| Aug 8, 2008 | 298.54 ft | 2,069 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CCSC2
River
Cherry Creek (CO)
County
Denver, CO
Coordinates
39.7131°N, 104.9492°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cherry Creek (CO) at Denver?
The Cherry Creek (CO) at Denver 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 Cherry Creek (CO) at Denver?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cherry Creek (CO) at Denver is 303.5 feet. Action stage begins at 301.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 306.5 feet, and major flooding at 307.7 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cherry Creek (CO) rises?
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Where is the Cherry Creek (CO) at Denver gauge located?
The gauge is located in Denver County, Colorado at coordinates 39.7131°N, 104.9492°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
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.
- Stage data may not be available during winter months.