Is the Boulder Creek flooding?
The Boulder Creek is tracked by 4 USGS streamgauges in Colorado. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Boulder Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 4 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Colorado river levels.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Boulder Creek near Orodell, Co.. The highest level ever recorded there was 4.60 ft on 3 August 1919, carrying 1,300 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1888 (89 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder Creek at North 75Th St. near Boulder, CO | No flooding | 4.72 ft | 8 ft | |
| Boulder Creek near Orodell, Co. | No current data | — | — | — |
| Boulder Creek at Mouth near Longmont, CO | No current data | — | — | — |
| Boulder Creek at Upper Station, near Dillon, Co. | No current data | — | — | — |
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.