Major Flood
11.5 ft
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: NSVC2). 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.
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
10.5 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
5.5 ft
FLOODING AT THE ROCK'N RIVER BED AND BREAKFAST INN AT HIGHWAY 36. CONSIDERABLE OVERBANK FLOW ALONG REACH
4 ft
WATER INTO LOW LYING AREAS
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
NSVC2
River
North Saint Vrain Creek (CO)
County
Boulder, CO
Coordinates
40.2481°N, 105.2975°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Saint Vrain Creek (CO) above Lyons?
The North Saint Vrain Creek (CO) above Lyons 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 North Saint Vrain Creek (CO) above Lyons?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Saint Vrain Creek (CO) above Lyons is 10.5 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 11.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Saint Vrain Creek (CO) rises?
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Where is the North Saint Vrain Creek (CO) above Lyons gauge located?
The gauge is located in Boulder County, Colorado at coordinates 40.2481°N, 105.2975°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Saint Vrain Creek at Lyons
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Mile High Flood District
- Stage data may not be available during winter months.