Major Flood
10 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
5.8 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12.6 ft
Water will rise to the base of the County Road 24 Bridge 2.4 miles northeast of Ridgway.
11 ft
Water will inundate sections of Highway 550 near Dexter Creek.
10 ft
Water will move into the residential area near Dexter Creek.
9 ft
Water will affect the KOA campground on County Road 23 at Portland.
8 ft
Water will affect some houses and outbuildings along the river above Ridgway Dam.
7 ft
Considerable agricultural flooding can be expected near Orvis Hot Springs.
6 ft
Minor lowland flooding can be excpected near Orvis Hot Springs.
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 24, 1983 | 5.73 ft | 2,100 cfs |
| Jun 14, 1995 | 5.59 ft | 1,830 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1999 | 5.56 ft | 1,980 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
UCRC2
River
Uncompahgre River
County
Ouray, CO
Coordinates
38.1839°N, 107.7459°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Uncompahgre River near Ridgway?
The Uncompahgre River near Ridgway gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09146200) 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 Uncompahgre River near Ridgway?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Uncompahgre River near Ridgway is 5.8 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Uncompahgre River rises?
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Where is the Uncompahgre River near Ridgway gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ouray County, Colorado at coordinates 38.1839°N, 107.7459°W. USGS site number: 09146200. 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