Major Flood
9 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
7 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Widespread residential flooding can be expected in Aspen.
8 ft
Water will approach the museum close to Mill Street in Aspen.
7 ft
Water will impact some homes and condominiums along and near North Street in Aspen.
6 ft
Water will approach some condominiums along the river.
5 ft
Flooding of lowland areas adjacent to the river can be expected in Aspen.
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 10, 1995 | 5.97 ft | 2,230 cfs |
| Jun 8, 1985 | 5.29 ft | 2,230 cfs |
| Jun 17, 2015 | 5.27 ft | 1,680 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
APNC2
River
Roaring Fork River
County
Pitkin, CO
Coordinates
39.1800°N, 106.8020°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Roaring Fork River near Aspen?
The Roaring Fork River near Aspen gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09073400) 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 Roaring Fork River near Aspen?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Roaring Fork River near Aspen is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Roaring Fork River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Roaring Fork River near Aspen 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 Roaring Fork River near Aspen gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pitkin County, Colorado at coordinates 39.1800°N, 106.8020°W. USGS site number: 09073400. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.