Major Flood
10.2 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
9.4 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
8.3 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10.19 ft
At 10.2 ft, major flooding can be expected in Coal Creek Canyon, the town of Cedar City, and low lying areas of the Cedar City valley.
9.4 ft
At 9.4 ft, moderate flooding can be expected in Coal Creek Canyon, the town of Cedar City, and low lying areas of the Cedar City valley.
8.5 ft
At 8.5 ft, flooding will occur in the low lying areas of the Cedar City valley. Developed areas may take on water if the flow duration is extended.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1969 | 11.67 ft | 4,620 cfs |
| Aug 30, 1989 | 10.22 ft | 2,500 cfs |
| Aug 7, 2001 | 9.55 ft | 2,040 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Coal Creek (UT) near Cedar City?
The Coal Creek (UT) near Cedar City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10242000) 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 Coal Creek (UT) near Cedar City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Coal Creek (UT) near Cedar City is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8.3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9.4 feet, and major flooding at 10.2 feet.
How do I get alerts when Coal Creek (UT) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Coal Creek (UT) near Cedar 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 Coal Creek (UT) near Cedar City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Iron County, Utah at coordinates 37.6722°N, 113.0347°W. USGS site number: 10242000. 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