Major Flood
7 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CCNC2). 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
6 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
RECORD FLOODING.
6 ft
MODERATE FLOODING. HOMES NEAR BOULDER COUNTY LINE THREATENED.
5 ft
FLOOD STAGE. CONSIDERABLE OVERBANK FLOW INTO CAMPGROUNDS. WATER OVER COLORADO HIGHWAY 72 ALONG PART OF ROUTE.
4 ft
ALARM STAGE. CAMPGROUNDS ALONG ROUTE THREATENED.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 2013 | 7.17 ft | — |
| May 9, 2015 | 2.3 ft | 121 cfs |
| May 11, 2017 | 2.17 ft | 113 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CCNC2
River
Coal Creek (CO)
County
Jefferson, CO
Coordinates
39.8778°N, 105.2775°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Coal Creek (CO) near Plainview?
The Coal Creek (CO) near Plainview 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 Coal Creek (CO) near Plainview?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Coal Creek (CO) near Plainview is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6 feet, and major flooding at 7 feet.
How do I get alerts when Coal Creek (CO) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Coal Creek (CO) near Plainview 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 Coal Creek (CO) near Plainview gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Colorado at coordinates 39.8778°N, 105.2775°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Saint Vrain Creek below Longmont
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: CO Division of Water Resources
- Stage data may not be available during winter months.