Spring Creek (CO) at Fort Collins Water Level

Current Water Level

Gage Height

Streamflow

Last Reading

This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SGCC2). 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.

Major Flood

17 ft

Moderate Flood

16 ft

Minor Flood

14.5 ft

Action Stage

8 ft

What Floods at Each Level

15.9 ft

SPRING CREEK OVERTOPS THE RAILROAD EMBANKMENT

9.3 ft

WATER IS FLOWING THROUGH THE BIKE TUNNEL AT THE BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD TRACKS

6.7 ft

THE BIKE TRAIL NEAR COLLEGE AVENUE IS OVERTOPPED

Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.

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About This Gauge

NWS LID

SGCC2

River

Spring Creek (CO)

County

Larimer, CO

Coordinates

40.5628°N, 105.0794°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Spring Creek (CO) at Fort Collins?

The Spring Creek (CO) at Fort Collins 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 Spring Creek (CO) at Fort Collins?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Spring Creek (CO) at Fort Collins is 14.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.

How do I get alerts when Spring Creek (CO) rises?

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Where is the Spring Creek (CO) at Fort Collins gauge located?

The gauge is located in Larimer County, Colorado at coordinates 40.5628°N, 105.0794°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: City of Fort Collins

Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.

Spring Creek (CO) at Fort Collins Water Level & Flood Stage.