Cherry Creek (CO) at Denver
Colorado — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Denver County, Colorado on the Cherry Creek (CO). Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CDVC2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
13 ft
7,069 cfs
Moderate Flood
12 ft
5,616 cfs
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
2,764 cfs
Action Stage
6 ft
725 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Major flooding escapes the walled channel and floods Speer Boulevard along the channel in downtown Denver.
13.3 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>.
12.1 ft
The floodwaters are over halfway up the Cherry Creek channel walls. 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>.
9.5 ft
Deep fast flowing water in the walled channel is extremely dangerous for anyone trapped between the floodwalls. 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>.
7 ft
Water is wall-to-wall in the flood channel along Speer Boulevard in downtown Denver and a foot above bankfull. This is a dangerous water depth and flow for anyone trapped between the floodwalls without an easy exit.
6.5 ft
There is extensive flooding of pedestrian paths and foot bridges along Cherry Creek.
6 ft
Water overflows the pedestrian paths and foot bridges at numerous locations along Cherry Creek in Denver.
5.5 ft
Cherry Creek overtops a number of pedestrian path crossings and lower sections of the path primarily under roadway bridges.
5 ft
Water reaches sections of the pedestrian path, and is at the bottom of several foot bridges crossing the 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2015 | 10.1 ft | 1,930 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2015 | 10.1 ft | 1,930 cfs |
| Aug 7, 2008 | 9.97 ft | 4,310 cfs |
| Aug 7, 2008 | 9.97 ft | 4,310 cfs |
| Aug 17, 2004 | 9.6 ft | 3,670 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CDVC2
River
Cherry Creek (CO)
County
Denver, CO
Coordinates
39.7425°N, 104.9994°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 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
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Where is the Cherry Creek (CO) at Denver gauge located?
The gauge is located in Denver County, Colorado at coordinates 39.7425°N, 104.9994°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.