Moderate Flood
12.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: FOSC2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
3.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12.7 ft
COLLEGE AVENUE IS OVERTOPPED.
12 ft
FOSSIL RIDGE PARKWAY EAST OF COLLEGE AVENUE ABOUT TO BE OVERTOPPED.
8.69 ft
WATER IN FOSSIL CREEK REACHES THE TOP OF THE BOX CULVERT AT COLLEGE AVENUE.
3.65 ft
FOSSIL RIDGE DRIVE IS OVERTOPPED DOWNSTREAM OF COLLEGE AVENUE.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
FOSC2
River
Fossil Creek (CO)
County
Larimer, CO
Coordinates
40.5122°N, 105.0775°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Fossil Creek (CO) at Fort Collins?
The Fossil Creek (CO) at 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 Fossil Creek (CO) at Fort Collins?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Fossil Creek (CO) at Fort Collins is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 3.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12.5 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Fossil Creek (CO) rises?
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Where is the Fossil Creek (CO) at Fort Collins gauge located?
The gauge is located in Larimer County, Colorado at coordinates 40.5122°N, 105.0775°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.