Major Flood
5.52 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
5.1 ft
Minor Flood
4.62 ft
Action Stage
3.82 ft
What Floods at Each Level
400 ft
major flooding will occur along North Temple near 2nd West and areas west. Additionally, 2nd South will receive major flooding in the form of ponding throughout the area.
300 ft
moderate flooding will occur to areas near North Temple and 3rd and 4th West. Upwelling water will pond in these areas and move into regions near 2nd South.
210 ft
minor flooding will occur to areas near North Temple and 4th West. Water will upwell from underground culverts along this area through manhole covers.
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 31, 1983 | 5 ft | 322 cfs |
| Jun 5, 1995 | 2.82 ft | 140 cfs |
| Apr 28, 2000 | 2.51 ft | 129 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of City Creek near Salt Lake City?
The City Creek near Salt Lake City gauge is maintained by USGS (site NONE) 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 City Creek near Salt Lake City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for City Creek near Salt Lake City is 4.62 feet. Action stage begins at 3.82 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5.1 feet, and major flooding at 5.52 feet.
How do I get alerts when City Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add City Creek near Salt Lake City 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 City Creek near Salt Lake City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Salt Lake County, Utah at coordinates 40.7925°N, 111.8764°W. USGS site number: NONE. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Salt Lake County