Gunnison River at Delta
Colorado — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Delta County, Colorado on the Gunnison River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 09144250, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
10.5 ft
14,900 cfs
Moderate Flood
10 ft
13,700 cfs
Minor Flood
9 ft
11,540 cfs
Action Stage
9.45 ft
12,100 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
17.2 ft
US50 bridge flooded and impassable. Devastating flooding in Delta and communities upstream and downstream.
14 ft
Moderate flooding in trailer parks and businesses near bridge and agricultural lands upstream and downstream of Delta.
13.1 ft
Record Crest (1984). Flood waters near business center south of the River.
12 ft
Flood waters reach the Recreation Center and a large portion of Confluence Park is submerged.
10.5 ft
US Highway 50 bridge closed for safety. Water exceeds safety thresholds under the bridge.
10 ft
Water inundates homes and RV Park north of the River. Cabins and boat ramp at the end of Kellogg Street flooded. Waster water treatment plant exceeds capacity, resulting in loss of treatment utility.
9 ft
Agriculture flooding in low-lying areas near the river above Delta. Water inundates boat ramp and parking lot at Confluence Park.
8.5 ft
Minor low-land flooding is likely along the banks of the Gunnison River in the vicinity of Delta. City of Delta's waste water treatment plant requires additional pumping to sustain operations.
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 5, 1957 | 13.5 ft | — |
| Jun 5, 1957 | 13.5 ft | — |
| Jun 6, 1984 | 13.15 ft | 25,500 cfs |
| Jun 6, 1984 | 13.15 ft | 25,500 cfs |
| Jun 26, 1983 | 12.74 ft | 20,800 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gunnison River at Delta?
The Gunnison River at Delta gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09144250) 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 Gunnison River at Delta?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gunnison River at Delta is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 9.45 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 10.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gunnison River rises?
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Where is the Gunnison River at Delta gauge located?
The gauge is located in Delta County, Colorado at coordinates 38.7530°N, 108.0784°W. USGS site number: 09144250. 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