COLORADO RIVER GAUGE

Muddy Creek below Paonia Reservoir
Water Level & Flood Stage.

Located in Gunnison County, Colorado on the Muddy Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MDCC2). 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.

Major Flood

12.2 ft

Moderate Flood

11 ft

Minor Flood

9 ft

Action Stage

8 ft

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Historic Crests

Date Stage Flow
May 13, 20047.21 ft1,400 cfs
Jun 1, 20106.81 ft1,320 cfs
May 24, 20056.61 ft1,130 cfs

About This Gauge

NWS LID

MDCC2

River

Muddy Creek

County

Gunnison, CO

Coordinates

38.9406°N, 107.3565°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Muddy Creek below Paonia Reservoir?

The Muddy Creek below Paonia Reservoir 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 Muddy Creek below Paonia Reservoir?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Muddy Creek below Paonia Reservoir is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12.2 feet.

How do I get alerts when Muddy Creek rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Muddy Creek below Paonia Reservoir 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 Muddy Creek below Paonia Reservoir gauge located?

The gauge is located in Gunnison County, Colorado at coordinates 38.9406°N, 107.3565°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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