ARKANSAS RIVER NEAR NEPESTA, CO.
Gauge height
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Streamflow
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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 | — |
| Minor flood | 16.5 ft | — |
| Moderate flood | 17.5 ft | — |
| Major flood | 18.5 ft | — |
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 CR 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.