Is the West Monument Creek flooding?

Colorado · 3 gauges · Colorado river levels

The West Monument Creek is tracked by 3 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 West Monument Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 3 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 6 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 West Monument Creek at U.S. Air Force Academy, CO. The highest level ever recorded there was 4.50 ft on 30 July 2012, carrying 194 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1970 (56 annual peaks).

Drains 15 sq mi · gauge elevation 7,203 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
West Monument Creek below Rampart Reservoir, CONo current data
West Monument Creek at U.S. Air Force Academy, CONo current data
West Monument Creek at Mouth at Usaf Academy, 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.