Spring Creek (CO) at Fort Collins
Colorado — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Larimer County, Colorado on the Spring Creek (CO). Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SGCC2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
17 ft
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
14.5 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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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.