Clear Creek (CO) at Golden

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What floods at each level

• 18.5 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>.

• 12.3 ft

  This is a life threatening flood with numerous streets, homes and businesses inundated. 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>.

• 11.5 ft

  Most streets crossing Clear Creek are impassable.

• 10.4 ft

  Extensive flooding impacts streets, bridges and buildings near the river. 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

  Moderate flooding is expected along Clear Creek in Golden.

• 9 ft

  Water is at the base of the bridge at Kipling and 44th Avenue with flooding of homes and structures along the creek.

• 8.5 ft

  Park areas and bike paths along the creek flood. Minor flooding of yards and other properties is expected to begin.

• 8 ft

  Water is over the bike path between Kipling and Garrison Streets and into low lying areas in Golden. 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>.

• 7.7 ft

  Water is up to the bike path/walkway just east of U.S. Highway 93 in Golden.

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