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
6 ft
Action Stage
5.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Record flooding occurs.
8 ft
There is considerable inundation of areas along the river.
5.5 ft
The creek is out of its banks and into nearby fields.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2018 | 4.24 ft | 235 cfs |
| Jul 4, 2019 | 4.16 ft | 202 cfs |
| May 17, 2020 | 3.78 ft | 95 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WCKC2
River
Willow Creek (CO)
County
Grand, CO
Coordinates
40.1458°N, 105.9394°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Willow Creek (CO) below Willow Creek Reservoir?
The Willow Creek (CO) below Willow Creek Reservoir gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09021000) 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 Willow Creek (CO) below Willow Creek Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Willow Creek (CO) below Willow Creek Reservoir is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Willow Creek (CO) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Willow Creek (CO) below Willow Creek 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 Willow Creek (CO) below Willow Creek Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Grand County, Colorado at coordinates 40.1458°N, 105.9394°W. USGS site number: 09021000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Colorado River at Windy Gap
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.