Dry Creek (CO) above Fort Collins
Colorado — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Larimer County, Colorado on the Dry Creek (CO). Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SHDC2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
6.5 ft
Moderate Flood
4.5 ft
Minor Flood
4 ft
Action Stage
3.8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7.6 ft
DRY CREEK OVERTOPS SHIELDS STREET
4.59 ft
FLOW IS GREATER THAN 500 CFS ON DRY CREEK...PRODUCING POTENTIAL FLOODING AT DOWNSTREAM ROAD CROSSING
3.95 ft
GATE CLOSURE OF LARIMER & WELD INLET GATES IS ACTIVATED FROM THIS LOCATION DUE TO RISING LIMB OF FLOOD HYDROGRAPH
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
SHDC2
River
Dry Creek (CO)
County
Larimer, CO
Coordinates
40.6306°N, 105.0953°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dry Creek (CO) above Fort Collins?
The Dry Creek (CO) above Fort Collins 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 Dry Creek (CO) above Fort Collins?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dry Creek (CO) above Fort Collins is 4 feet. Action stage begins at 3.8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4.5 feet, and major flooding at 6.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dry Creek (CO) rises?
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Where is the Dry Creek (CO) above Fort Collins gauge located?
The gauge is located in Larimer County, Colorado at coordinates 40.6306°N, 105.0953°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: City of Fort Collins
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.