Gunnison River near Somerset
Colorado — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Gunnison County, Colorado on the Gunnison River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 09132500, 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
11 ft
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
12.4 ft
Water will reach base of bridge on County Road 12 near Paonia Dam.
11 ft
Residential flooding near the river in and around Somerset is possible.
10 ft
Floodwaters will approach the base of the bridge in Somerset. Water will reach the gage house.
9 ft
Water will inundate portions of Highway 133 near Paonia Dam.
8 ft
Significant flooding of agricultural lands is likely.
7 ft
Minor to moderate low land flooding is likely adjacent to the river. Some bank erosion is also possible.
6 ft
Minor agricultural and low land flooding can be expected downstream of the reach.
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 29, 1984 | 8.2 ft | 9,220 cfs |
| Jun 29, 1984 | 8.2 ft | 9,220 cfs |
| May 26, 1993 | 7.67 ft | 8,610 cfs |
| May 26, 1993 | 7.67 ft | 8,610 cfs |
| Jun 29, 1985 | 6.75 ft | 5,760 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SOMC2
River
Gunnison River
County
Gunnison, CO
Coordinates
38.9258°N, 107.4342°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gunnison River near Somerset?
The Gunnison River near Somerset gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09132500) 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 near Somerset?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gunnison River near Somerset is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gunnison River rises?
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Where is the Gunnison River near Somerset gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gunnison County, Colorado at coordinates 38.9258°N, 107.4342°W. USGS site number: 09132500. 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.