South Platte River at Chatfield Reservoir Water Level

Current Water Level

Gage Height

Streamflow

Last Reading

This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CFDC2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

FLOOD STAGES

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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

Action Stage

5444.2 ft

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Historic Crests

Date	Stage	Flow
Jun 18, 2015	5448.48 ft	—
May 24, 1980	5447.6 ft	-9,999 cfs
Jun 28, 1983	5447.1 ft	-9,999 cfs

About This Gauge

NWS LID

CFDC2

River

South Platte River

County

Arapahoe, CO

Coordinates

39.5571°N, 105.0629°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of South Platte River at Chatfield Reservoir?

The South Platte River at Chatfield Reservoir 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 South Platte River at Chatfield Reservoir?

This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.

How do I get alerts when South Platte River rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Platte River at Chatfield Reservoir 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 Platte River at Chatfield Reservoir gauge located?

The gauge is located in Arapahoe County, Colorado at coordinates 39.5571°N, 105.0629°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: Colorado Division of Water Resource, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.

South Platte River at Chatfield Reservoir Water Level & Flood Stage.