West Canyon Creek near Cedar Fort
Utah — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Utah County, Utah on the West Canyon Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 10166430, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
6.3 ft
152 cfs
Moderate Flood
6 ft
138 cfs
Minor Flood
5.4 ft
111 cfs
Action Stage
5.2 ft
103 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
6.3 ft
At 6.3 ft, major flooding will impact areas adjacent to West Canyon Creek. The creek flows east out of the southern edge of the Oquirrh Mountains, just north of the town of Cedar Fort.
6 ft
At 6.0 ft, moderate flooding will affect areas adjacent to West Canyon Creek, which flows east out of the southern edge of the Oquirrh Mountains, and just north of the town of Cedar Fort.
5.4 ft
At 5.4 ft, minor flooding will affect areas adjacent to West Canyon Creek. West Canyon Creek flows east out of the southern end of the Oquirrh Mountains, which is just north of the town of Cedar Fort.
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 27, 1971 | 7.5 ft | 1,660 cfs |
| Aug 27, 1971 | 7.5 ft | 1,660 cfs |
| Aug 23, 1998 | 5.3 ft | 328 cfs |
| Aug 23, 1998 | 5.3 ft | 328 cfs |
| May 23, 2005 | 3.4 ft | 92 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WESU1
River
West Canyon Creek
County
Utah, UT
Coordinates
40.4052°N, 112.1005°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Canyon Creek near Cedar Fort?
The West Canyon Creek near Cedar Fort gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10166430) 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 West Canyon Creek near Cedar Fort?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Canyon Creek near Cedar Fort is 5.4 feet. Action stage begins at 5.2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6 feet, and major flooding at 6.3 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Canyon Creek rises?
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Where is the West Canyon Creek near Cedar Fort gauge located?
The gauge is located in Utah County, Utah at coordinates 40.4052°N, 112.1005°W. USGS site number: 10166430. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.