RIVER GAUGE · NORTH FORK VIRGIN RIVER
North Fork Virgin River near Springdale
Washington County, Utah
Water level7.10 ft
Flow36 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:05 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action16 ft7,243 cfs
Minor flood17 ft9,180 cfs
Moderate flood18 ft11,473 cfs
Major flood19 ft14,168 cfs
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 19 ft
At 19.0 ft, major flooding will occur to the areas adjacent to the North Fork Virgin River. Areas include Springdale, Rockville, and Virgin.
- 18 ft
At 18.0 ft, moderate flooding of the areas adjacent to the North Fork Virgin River including Springdale, Rockville, and Virgin River.
- 17 ft
At 17.0 ft, minor flooding will occur along the North Fork Virgin River in Zion National Park. Structures in this area may be damaged and take on water.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 1966 | 13 ft | 9,150 cfs |
| Sep 16, 1961 | 10.25 ft | 5,880 cfs |
| Dec 20, 2011 | 9.8 ft | 6,060 cfs |
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