Major Flood
18.5 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18.5 ft
Major flooding is expected along the South Platte River in Littleton and Englewood.
17 ft
Significant flooding is expected along the South Platte River in Littleton and Englewood.
16 ft
Lowland flooding is expected along the South Platte River.
15.5 ft
The river begins overflowing into low lying areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 4, 2015 | 15.09 ft | 3,480 cfs |
| May 1, 2007 | 14.57 ft | 2,600 cfs |
| Jun 3, 2009 | 14.2 ft | 2,070 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ENWC2
River
South Platte River
County
Arapahoe, CO
Coordinates
39.6325°N, 105.0144°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Platte River at Englewood?
The South Platte River at Englewood gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06710247) 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 Englewood?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Platte River at Englewood is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 18.5 feet.
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 Englewood 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 Englewood gauge located?
The gauge is located in Arapahoe County, Colorado at coordinates 39.6325°N, 105.0144°W. USGS site number: 06710247. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.