Major Flood
10 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6.45 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Water can be expected to inundate portions of State Highway 135 in Almont.
9 ft
Considerable flooding of agricultural lands is likely.
8 ft
Flooding of structures in and near Almont is likely.
7 ft
Lowland and meadow flooding near the confluence of the East and Taylor Rivers can be expected.
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 17, 1995 | 8.41 ft | 4,430 cfs |
| May 26, 1984 | 8.03 ft | 4,030 cfs |
| Jun 28, 1957 | 7.41 ft | 4,260 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of East River at Almont?
The East River at Almont gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09112500) 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 East River at Almont?
The NWS-defined flood stage for East River at Almont is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6.45 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when East River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add East River at Almont 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 East River at Almont gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gunnison County, Colorado at coordinates 38.6644°N, 106.8448°W. USGS site number: 09112500. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.