Major Flood
7 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
5.5 ft
Minor Flood
4.3 ft
Action Stage
3.9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Major flooding occurs.
5.5 ft
Moderate flooding of farm and ranch lands occurs along the reach.
4.3 ft
Considerable flodding of the area along the river occurs, including campgrounds.
3.9 ft
The river is out of its banks and into low lying areas.
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 29, 1984 | 4.53 ft | 1,250 cfs |
| Jul 8, 1983 | 4.460000038146973 ft | 1,310 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1995 | 4.29 ft | 1,510 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WFLC2
River
Williams Fork (CO)
County
Grand, CO
Coordinates
39.8339°N, 106.0558°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Williams Fork (CO) near Leal?
The Williams Fork (CO) near Leal gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09036000) 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) near Leal?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Williams Fork (CO) near Leal is 4.3 feet. Action stage begins at 3.9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5.5 feet, and major flooding at 7 feet.
How do I get alerts when Williams Fork (CO) rises?
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Where is the Williams Fork (CO) near Leal gauge located?
The gauge is located in Grand County, Colorado at coordinates 39.8339°N, 106.0558°W. USGS site number: 09036000. 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.