Major Flood
8 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
Loading...
Streamflow
Loading...
Last Reading
Loading...
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
5.5 ft
Minor Flood
3.4 ft
Action Stage
3 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
Loading chart data...
Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 1965 | 5.16 ft | 2,690 cfs |
| Jun 23, 1983 | 3.89 ft | 1,390 cfs |
| May 25, 1967 | 3.82 ft | 1,720 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RUDC2
River
Frying Pan River
County
Pitkin, CO
Coordinates
39.3655°N, 106.8256°W
Get Flood Alerts for Frying Pan River
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Frying Pan River below Ruedi Resv.?
The Frying Pan River below Ruedi Resv. gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09080400) 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 Frying Pan River below Ruedi Resv.?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Frying Pan River below Ruedi Resv. is 3.4 feet. Action stage begins at 3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5.5 feet, and major flooding at 8 feet.
How do I get alerts when Frying Pan River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Frying Pan River below Ruedi Resv. 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 Frying Pan River below Ruedi Resv. gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pitkin County, Colorado at coordinates 39.3655°N, 106.8256°W. USGS site number: 09080400. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
More Gauges on Frying Pan River
On This River
More Resources
Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey