Major Flood
32 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
27 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
Action Stage
22 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 1927 | 32 ft | 70,000 cfs |
| Aug 11, 1929 | 27.8 ft | 56,000 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1970 | 26.62 ft | 52,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BFFU1
River
San Juan River
County
San Juan, UT
Coordinates
37.1507°N, 109.8667°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of San Juan River near Bluff?
The San Juan River near Bluff gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09379500) 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 San Juan River near Bluff?
The NWS-defined flood stage for San Juan River near Bluff is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when San Juan River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add San Juan River near Bluff 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 San Juan River near Bluff gauge located?
The gauge is located in San Juan County, Utah at coordinates 37.1507°N, 109.8667°W. USGS site number: 09379500. 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