North Fork Big Thompson River (CO) at Drake
Larimer County, Colorado
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 8 ft
This is a major, life threatening flood. There is extensive inundation of houses and businesses with severe damage to County Road 43 from Glen Haven through Drake.
- 7 ft
Major flooding occurs along the river with County Road 43 likely damaged.
- 6.5 ft
Water is up to the base of the bridges at Glen Haven and Drake. High water isolates houses.
- 6 ft
Moderate flooding occurs with roads, homes, businesses and the Drake RV campground impacted.
- 5.5 ft
Water overtops the road a mile east of Glen Haven and begins to affect some residences in Glen Haven.
- 4.5 ft
Water overflows banks in the lowest areas adjacent to the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2013 | 11.55 ft | 18,400 cfs |
| Jul 30, 1976 | 9.31 ft | 8,710 cfs |
| Jun 12, 2010 | 5.1 ft | 463 cfs |
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