Major Flood
11 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26.5 ft
Flood waters rise into low spots along Highway 12 between Madrid and Cokedale.
17.5 ft
Flood waters reach the base of the County Road 18.3 Bridge.
15 ft
Flood waters rise over County Road 18.3 near the bridge.
9 ft
Water begins to inundate farm properties and dwellings near Madrid.
8.5 ft
Water reaches fence line in agricultural lands near County Road 18.3 Bridge.
7 ft
Minor agricultural flooding occurs. Water overtops the tallest banks along the river channel.
5 ft
The river is bankfull. Water spills over the lowest banks near the County Road 18.3 Bridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1976 | 12.8 ft | 14,300 cfs |
| Aug 9, 1981 | 10.94 ft | 11,600 cfs |
| Jul 9, 1978 | 9 ft | 7,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PGMC2
River
Purgatoire River
County
Las Animas, CO
Coordinates
37.1295°N, 104.6400°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Purgatoire River at Madrid?
The Purgatoire River at Madrid gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07124200) 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 Purgatoire River at Madrid?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Purgatoire River at Madrid is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Purgatoire River rises?
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Where is the Purgatoire River at Madrid gauge located?
The gauge is located in Las Animas County, Colorado at coordinates 37.1295°N, 104.6400°W. USGS site number: 07124200. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Data courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.