Major Flood
15 ft
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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
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Water will reach the surface of the bridge. The south approach of the bridge will be as much as 8 feet below water.
17 ft
US-87 south of the bridge begins to flood. The water will be 2 to 3 feet below the bridge's I-beams.
15 ft
Major flooding of Rosita Creek Recreational Area. Considerable flooding of ranch land likely along the Canadian River in Potter and Oldham county. Flooding of farm land at Boys Ranch possible.
10 ft
Portions of Rosita Creek Flats Recreational Area floods. Primitive campers and recreational vehicles are in imminent danger. Dirt roads that lead to highway 287 from Rosita Creek Flats are impassable.
7 ft
Dirt road that runs east alongside the river channel becomes flooded. This road leads to Rosita Creek Flats Recreation Area, where primitive camping occurs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 1904 | 25 ft | — |
| May 13, 1914 | 24 ft | — |
| Jul 24, 1941 | 15.7 ft | 135,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
AMAT2
River
Canadian River
County
Potter, TX
Coordinates
35.4703°N, 101.8792°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Canadian River at Amarillo?
The Canadian River at Amarillo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07227500) 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 Canadian River at Amarillo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Canadian River at Amarillo is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Canadian River rises?
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Where is the Canadian River at Amarillo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Potter County, Texas at coordinates 35.4703°N, 101.8792°W. USGS site number: 07227500. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.