RIVER GAUGE · COLORADO RIVER
Colorado River near Kremmling
Grand County, Colorado
Water level4.47 ft
Flow586 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action13.5 ft7,722 cfs
Minor flood15 ft10,643 cfs
Moderate flood17 ft
Major flood18 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 18 ft
There is widespread major flooding impacting roads, bridges and buildings near the river.
- 17 ft
There is moderate flooding of ranchland near Kremmling and in Gore Canyon. Some inundation of structures and roads is possible.
- 15 ft
There is considerable bank erosion with flooding of secondary roads possible. There is also significant washing of railroad grade in Gore Canyon.
- 14 ft
Expect minor flooding of ranchland adjacent to the river from upstream of Kremmling through Gore Canyon.
- 13.5 ft
There is considerable inundation into rural lowlands along the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 1984 | 16.6 ft | 13,600 cfs |
| Jul 11, 1983 | 14.91 ft | 10,100 cfs |
| Jun 26, 2011 | 14.66 ft | 9,540 cfs |
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