Crystal River near Redstone
Pitkin County, Colorado
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 8.5 ft
Inundation of Redstone Blvd. near the fire station.
- 7 ft
Cabins on right bank in Redstone begin to flood.
- 6 ft
Major flood stage - stage and flow is near maximum record. Flooding is possible at bridges along highway 133 south of Redstone. Water is approaching buildings along the river.
- 5.5 ft
Moderate flood stage - Inundation of agricultural and pasture land. Debris in river can block flow at private bridges.
- 5 ft
Flood Stage - Moderate lowland flooding. Inundation of some secondary roads is possible. The town of Redstone begins to sandbag private property near the river.
- 4.5 ft
Minor agricultural flooding of the lower lying areas along the Crystal River.
- 4 ft
Bankfull Stage - Safe water level that will not overflow the river banks. Water reaches edge of agricultural/pasture land in a few areas.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 1983 | 6.12 ft | 4,180 cfs |
| Jun 9, 2010 | 6.01 ft | 4,840 cfs |
| Jun 30, 1957 | 5.65 ft | 3,980 cfs |
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