Clear Creek (CO) near Empire Water Level

Current Water Level

Gage Height

Streamflow

Last Reading

FLOOD STAGES

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

Minor Flood

7 ft

1,460 cfs

Action Stage

6.5 ft

1,090 cfs

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Historic Crests

Date	Stage	Flow
Jun 16, 1995	6.63 ft	1,030 cfs
May 30, 2003	6.53 ft	1,030 cfs
Jul 7, 2011	6.46 ft	1,060 cfs

About This Gauge

USGS Site

06715000

NWS LID

CWCC2

River

Clear Creek (CO)

County

Clear Creek, CO

Coordinates

39.7519°N, 105.6619°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Clear Creek (CO) near Empire?

The Clear Creek (CO) near Empire gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06715000) 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 Clear Creek (CO) near Empire?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Clear Creek (CO) near Empire is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

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

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Clear Creek (CO) near Empire to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.

Where is the Clear Creek (CO) near Empire gauge located?

The gauge is located in Clear Creek County, Colorado at coordinates 39.7519°N, 105.6619°W. USGS site number: 06715000. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey

Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.

Clear Creek (CO) near Empire Water Level & Flood Stage.