Is the Red Creek flooding?

Colorado · 2 gauges · Colorado river levels

The Red Creek is tracked by 2 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 Red Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 2 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.

data refreshed 5 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Red Creek below Sullivan Park at Fort Carson, CO. The highest level ever recorded there was 10.77 ft on 12 September 2013, carrying 4,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 2001 (13 annual peaks).

Drains 27 sq mi · gauge elevation 5,783 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Red Creek below Sullivan Park at Fort Carson, CONo current data
Red Creek above Salt Canyon at Fort Carson, CONo 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.