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
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Major flooding occurs with widespread inundation along the river below Williams Fork Reservoir.
8.5 ft
There is considerable flooding along the river downstream of Williams Fork Reservoir.
7 ft
The river overflows into nearby meadows downstream.
6 ft
High flows begin to impact bottomland.
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 6, 2010 | 6.07 ft | 1,320 cfs |
| Jun 27, 1983 | 5.91 ft | 1,960 cfs |
| May 29, 2008 | 5.76 ft | 1,220 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WFRC2
River
Williams Fork (CO)
County
Grand, CO
Coordinates
40.0359°N, 106.2050°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Williams Fork (CO) below Williams Fork Reservoir?
The Williams Fork (CO) below Williams Fork Reservoir gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09038500) 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 Williams Fork (CO) below Williams Fork Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Williams Fork (CO) below Williams Fork Reservoir is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Williams Fork (CO) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Williams Fork (CO) below Williams Fork Reservoir 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 Williams Fork (CO) below Williams Fork Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Grand County, Colorado at coordinates 40.0359°N, 106.2050°W. USGS site number: 09038500. 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.