Arkansas River near Nepesta, Co.
Is Arkansas River near Nepesta, Co. flooding right now?
Arkansas River near Nepesta, Co. measured 12.28 ft on 2026-09-11 00:31:00 UTC. That observation was 4.2 ft below its 16.5 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
12.28 ft
Streamflow
45 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 16.5 ft, with major flooding at 18.5 ft. The highest crest on record was 16.66 ft on Fri, Jun 23, 2023.
Flood forecast
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 15.5 ft | 3.2 ft below |
| Minor flood | 16.5 ft | 4.2 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 17.5 ft | 5.2 ft below |
| Major flood | 18.5 ft | 6.2 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 16.66 ft | 2023-06-23 |
| 16.56 ft | 2015-05-21 |
| 15.92 ft | 2024-06-12 |
| 15.62 ft | 2019-06-18 |
| 15.62 ft | 2013-09-14 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Huerfano River near Boone, Co. | 5.5 mi | Pueblo County |
| Arkansas River at Avondale, CO | 10.4 mi | Pueblo County |
| Apishapa River near Fowler, CO | 12.3 mi | Otero County |
| Arkansas River near Avondale, Co. | 13.0 mi | Pueblo County |
| Chico Creek near Pueblo Chemical Depot, CO | 16.9 mi | Pueblo County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.