Major Flood
11 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2013 | 11.6 ft | 2,850 cfs |
| Jul 26, 1971 | 7 ft | 2,000 cfs |
| Aug 8, 1999 | 6.37 ft | 2,250 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RGCN5
River
Galisteo Creek
County
Santa Fe, NM
Coordinates
35.4647°N, 106.2133°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Galisteo Creek below Galisteo Dam?
The Galisteo Creek below Galisteo Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 08317950) 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 Galisteo Creek below Galisteo Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Galisteo Creek below Galisteo Dam is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Galisteo Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Galisteo Creek below Galisteo Dam 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 Galisteo Creek below Galisteo Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Santa Fe County, New Mexico at coordinates 35.4647°N, 106.2133°W. USGS site number: 08317950. 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
- 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.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 12 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.