Minor Flood
7 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Action Stage
6 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 1911 | 9.7 ft | 8,000 cfs |
| Oct 13, 2025 | 7.63 ft | 3,370 cfs |
| May 23, 1984 | 6.91 ft | 3,690 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SRGC2
River
South Fork Rio Grande
County
Rio Grande, CO
Coordinates
37.6569°N, 106.6492°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Rio Grande at South Fork?
The South Fork Rio Grande at South Fork gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08219500) 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 South Fork Rio Grande at South Fork?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Rio Grande at South Fork is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Rio Grande rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Fork Rio Grande at South Fork 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 South Fork Rio Grande at South Fork gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rio Grande County, Colorado at coordinates 37.6569°N, 106.6492°W. USGS site number: 08219500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Rio Grande near Del Norte
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Data courtesy of Colorado Division of Water Resources