Major Flood
15 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Major Flood. Water threatens Highway 101 near the Highway 101 Bridge 2 miles southeast of Las Animas.
20 ft
Major Flood. Water nears the base of the Highway 101 Bridge 2 miles southeast of Las Animas. Major agricultural flooding.
15 ft
Major Flood. Major agricultural flooding occurs along the river.
12 ft
Moderate Flood. Moderate agricultural flooding occurs in low lying areas along the river.
9 ft
Minor Flood. Minor agricultural flooding occurs into low lying areas along the river.
8 ft
Action Stage. Minor overbank flow occurs into low spots in the main river channel.
7 ft
The river is bankfull.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2021 | 14.45 ft | 3,780 cfs |
| May 2, 1999 | 12 ft | 5,200 cfs |
| Jul 21, 2023 | 11.35 ft | 2,480 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LAPC2
River
Purgatoire River
County
Bent, CO
Coordinates
38.0342°N, 103.2014°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Purgatoire River near Las Animas?
The Purgatoire River near Las Animas gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07128500) 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 near Las Animas?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Purgatoire River near Las Animas is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Purgatoire River rises?
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Where is the Purgatoire River near Las Animas gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bent County, Colorado at coordinates 38.0342°N, 103.2014°W. USGS site number: 07128500. 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.