Minor Flood
5 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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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.
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
5 ft
Estimated flood stage. Rural road washouts possible.
4 ft
Bankfull stage. Field flooding and irrigation works at risk.
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, 1942 | 5.37 ft | 1,150 cfs |
| May 31, 1983 | 4.68 ft | 595 cfs |
| May 25, 1979 | 4.62 ft | 547 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Costilla Creek at Costilla?
The Costilla Creek at Costilla gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08255500) 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 Costilla Creek at Costilla?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Costilla Creek at Costilla is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Costilla Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Costilla Creek at Costilla 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 Costilla Creek at Costilla gauge located?
The gauge is located in Taos County, New Mexico at coordinates 36.9669°N, 105.5072°W. USGS site number: 08255500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Costilla Creek at Costilla Reservoir
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.