Major Flood
9 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
8.7 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
8.2 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
major flooding will take place throughout the Cedar Hills Golf Course, any areas that the American Fork River flows through the town of American Fork. The Utah County sewer plant will also be impacted.
8.69 ft
moderate flooding will impact Cedar Hills Golf Course adjacent to the mouth of American Fork Canyon. The areas in American Fork susceptible to damage include 100 N. 250 E., 400 N. and 400 E.. Both these areas are susceptible to debris jams in the underlying culverts. Additionally, depending on the amount of sediment at the debris basin near I-15, the sewer lift station may flood.
8.5 ft
minor flooding will occur near 100N 250E in American Fork. Flooding will occur at the Utah County Boat Harbor Road near Utah Lake and affect the sewer lift station. The area near 400 N. 400 E. may experience flooding if the river is filled with debris as double barrel culvert frequently becomes jammed overtopping the road.
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 30, 1983 | 9 ft | 1,000 cfs |
| May 31, 1986 | 7.9 ft | 600 cfs |
| Jun 7, 1986 | 7.86 ft | 595 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
AFPU1
River
American Fork River
County
Utah, UT
Coordinates
40.4477°N, 111.6821°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of American Fork River near American Fork?
The American Fork River near American Fork gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10164500) 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 American Fork River near American Fork?
The NWS-defined flood stage for American Fork River near American Fork is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8.2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.7 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when American Fork River rises?
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Where is the American Fork River near American Fork gauge located?
The gauge is located in Utah County, Utah at coordinates 40.4477°N, 111.6821°W. USGS site number: 10164500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey