Major Flood
7.45 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
7.15 ft
Minor Flood
6.84 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7.45 ft
(2786 CFS), major flooding along the Jordan River between Utah Lake and the Jordan River Surplus Canal will affect roads, structures, and fields. Those owning structures along the river should take steps to alleviate major flood damage and inundation at this historical flow.
7.15 ft
(2596 CFS), the Jordan River downstream Utah Lake to the Jordan River Surplus Canal will experience moderate flooding to structures, streets, and fields adjacent to the Jordan River. Those owning structures along the river should take steps to alleviate significant flood damage and inundation to property.
6.84 ft
(2404 CFS), the Jordan River downstream of Utah Lake to the Jordan River Surplus Canal in Salt Lake County will experience minor flooding to structures, roads and fields. Flood damage will occur to basements, the Jordan River Parkway trail and underpasses, as well as parks along the river. Those owning structures along the river should take steps to alleviate flood damage.
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 14, 1984 | 5.95 ft | 2,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SSWU1
River
Jordan River
County
Salt Lake, UT
Coordinates
40.5875°N, 111.9128°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Jordan River at 90th South?
The Jordan River at 90th South gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10167230) 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 Jordan River at 90th South?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Jordan River at 90th South is 6.84 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.15 feet, and major flooding at 7.45 feet.
How do I get alerts when Jordan River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Jordan River at 90th South 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 Jordan River at 90th South gauge located?
The gauge is located in Salt Lake County, Utah at coordinates 40.5875°N, 111.9128°W. USGS site number: 10167230. 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