Major Flood
5.5 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
5.3 ft
Minor Flood
4.9 ft
Action Stage
4.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
953 ft
Major flooding is forecast for Murray Park and structures adjacent to the park. Ponding is anticipated to impact State St. near the park and traffic will be affected in the northbound lanes. Any structure adjacent to Little Cottonwood Creek is in danger of structural damage due to the high flows. Damage at the early stages of the flood will take the shape of extensive bank erosion leading to structural damage. Areas near the Willows condos, Wheeler Farm, and all structures lining the banks are at risk.
901 ft
Moderate flooding is forecast for Murray Park, and structures adjacent to the park. Additionally, flooding will occur on State St. in the northbound lanes at the park. Any structure lining Little Cottonwood Creek in the town of Murray is at risk for flood damage. These areas include the Willows condominiums, Wheeler Farm, and areas upstream from Murray Park.
799 ft
Minor flooding is expected at Murray Park, and buildings adjacent to the park. Flooding and ponding of water is anticipated on State St. in the northbound lanes. Structures in Murray just upstream and downstream of Murray Park along Little Cottonwood Creek can expect extensive erosion, and most likely structural damage. These areas include the Willows condominiums, Wheeler Farm, and structures built on Little Cottonwood Creek from the mouth of the canyon to the confluence of the Jordan River.
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 25, 1982 | 6.6 ft | 1,260 cfs |
| May 29, 2006 | 5.3 ft | 651 cfs |
| May 29, 2005 | 5.3 ft | 698 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LCTU1
River
Little Cottonwood Creek
County
Salt Lake, UT
Coordinates
40.5778°N, 111.7972°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Cottonwood Creek near Salt Lake City?
The Little Cottonwood 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 Little Cottonwood Creek near Salt Lake City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Cottonwood Creek near Salt Lake City is 4.9 feet. Action stage begins at 4.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5.3 feet, and major flooding at 5.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Cottonwood Creek rises?
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Where is the Little Cottonwood Creek near Salt Lake City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Salt Lake County, Utah at coordinates 40.5778°N, 111.7972°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: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey