Major Flood
16 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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
13 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
At 8.0 feet the Vermejo river overflows its banks and floods nearby 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 16, 1965 | 15.25 ft | 12,600 cfs |
| Jun 8, 1988 | 14.23 ft | 10,400 cfs |
| Aug 1, 1921 | 13.9 ft | 10,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Vermejo River above Dawson?
The Vermejo River above Dawson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07203000) 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 Vermejo River above Dawson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Vermejo River above Dawson is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Vermejo River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Vermejo River above Dawson 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 Vermejo River above Dawson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Colfax County, New Mexico at coordinates 36.6811°N, 104.7864°W. USGS site number: 07203000. 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 18 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.