Major Flood
22.5 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
11.3 ft
Action Stage
8.8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22.5 ft
Water reaches campsites 3 and 4 in Rivers End Campground. Several homes along left bank destroyed. Taylor Dam needs to be monitored.
22.5 ft
Water is receding from the lower campsites in Rivers End Campground.
15 ft
Major flooding and damage to home on left bank near intersection of FR 742 and Cow Trail Road and to home near intersection of FR 742 and Illinois Creek Road. Taylor Park Dam needs to be monitored.
11.3 ft
Water is receding from house on left bank near intersection of FR 742 and Cow Trail Road
11.3 ft
The Taylor River reaches the foundation of the house on the left bank near the intersection of FR 742 and Cow Trail Road. Sections of FR 742 flooded. Low-lying property along left bank flooded. Taylor Park Dam needs to be monitored.
8.8 ft
Lower portions of FR 742 near intersection with Illinois Creek Road along the Taylor River begin to flood. House on left bank near Illinois Creek begins to flood.
5.09 ft
Water reaches the top of the right bank.
3.6 ft
Water reaches the top of the left bank. The river gage site begins to flood.
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 18, 2008 | 3.63 ft | 1,130 cfs |
| Jun 4, 1997 | 3.6 ft | 1,040 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1993 | 3.56 ft | 904 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TRAC2
River
Taylor River
County
Gunnison, CO
Coordinates
38.8603°N, 106.5667°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Taylor River near Taylor Park?
The Taylor River near Taylor Park gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09107000) 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 Taylor River near Taylor Park?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Taylor River near Taylor Park is 11.3 feet. Action stage begins at 8.8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 22.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Taylor River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Taylor River near Taylor Park 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 Taylor River near Taylor Park gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gunnison County, Colorado at coordinates 38.8603°N, 106.5667°W. USGS site number: 09107000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.