Colorado River below Bakers Gulch
Colorado — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Grand County, Colorado on the Colorado River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 09010500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
9 ft
Moderate Flood
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7.6 ft
580 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Widespread, major flooding occurs along the reach of the river.
8.5 ft
Moderate flooding with areas close to the Colorado River submerged.
8 ft
Considerable lowland flooding occurs with trails and foot bridges along and crossing the river flooded.
7.7 ft
Approaches to foot bridges and trails along and crossing the river are flooded.
7.6 ft
Water begins to impact low lying areas along the river.
7.5 ft
The river is bankfull.
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 30, 2019 | 7.81 ft | 811 cfs |
| Jun 30, 2019 | 7.81 ft | 811 cfs |
| Jun 9, 2017 | 7.76 ft | 922 cfs |
| Jun 9, 2017 | 7.76 ft | 922 cfs |
| May 30, 2014 | 7.75 ft | 1,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Colorado River below Bakers Gulch?
The Colorado River below Bakers Gulch gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09010500) 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 Colorado River below Bakers Gulch?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Colorado River below Bakers Gulch is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7.6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Colorado River rises?
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Where is the Colorado River below Bakers Gulch gauge located?
The gauge is located in Grand County, Colorado at coordinates 40.3258°N, 105.8561°W. USGS site number: 09010500. 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.
- Gauge readings are temporarily unavailable.