Fossil Creek (CO) at Fort Collins
Colorado — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Larimer County, Colorado on the Fossil Creek (CO). Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: FSSC2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
19 ft
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
15.5 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18.7 ft
FOSSIL CREEK SPILLS TOWARDS HOUSES IN PARAGON POINT TO THE WEST.
15.3 ft
TRILBY ROAD IS OVERTOPPED.
7.9 ft
BIKE TRAIL UPSTREAM OF TRILBY ROAD IS OVERTOPPED.
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
FSSC2
River
Fossil Creek (CO)
County
Larimer, CO
Coordinates
40.4961°N, 105.0519°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 15.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
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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 40.4961°N, 105.0519°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.