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SwedenCopper River at Million Dollar Bridge near Cordova water level
River gauge, Copper River, Alaska, United States
Right now
High for mid-October
Water level
- Flow
- 57,200 cfs
History
What this means
The Copper River at Million Dollar Bridge near Cordova is above normal at 129.14 ft.
It has risen 0.96 ft over the past 24 hours. If the rise continues, low-lying paths and riverside parking can go under water. In the last month it has stayed between 128.12 ft and 129.15 ft.
That stands out in fall, when many rivers are usually near their lowest.
Compared with 5 years of daily readings for this time of year. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 152.26 ftSeptember 23, 1995
Floating and fishing near Copper River at Million Dollar Bridge near Cordova
Experienced paddlers may enjoy higher water, but many outfitters stop rentals once a river runs this high.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 152.26 ft | September 23, 1995 |
| 2 | 151.33 ft | October 11, 2006 |
| 3 | 148.54 ft | August 9, 1992 |
| 4 | 147.96 ft | September 9, 2013 |
| 5 | 147.86 ft | July 22, 2016 |
| 6 | 146.67 ft | August 15, 1990 |
| 7 | 146.05 ft | August 1, 2009 |
| 8 | 145.63 ft | August 6, 1988 |
| 9 | 145.15 ft | August 16, 1993 |
| 10 | 145.13 ft | July 13, 2005 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper R Di at Bridge 1187 near CordovaRiver gauge, Copper R Di | 11.50 ft | No reference yet | +0.78 ft | 19 mi |
| Glacier R Tributary near CordovaRiver gauge, Glacier R Tributary | 58.7 cfs | High | +34.3 cfs | 24 mi |
| Sheridan River near CordovaRiver gauge, Sheridan River | 40.74 ft | No reference yet | +0.82 ft | 26 mi |
| Lowe River above Horsetail Falls near ValdezRiver gauge, Lowe River | 4.28 ft | Below flood stage | +0.38 ft | 48 mi |
| Lowe River at Rudleston Falls near ValdezRiver gauge, Lowe River | 374.51 ft | No reference yet | +0.10 ft | 48 mi |
Questions and answers
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
What is the water level of Copper River at Million Dollar Bridge near Cordova today?
On Oct 20, 2026, 05:45 PM AKDT, the water level was 129.14 ft. Up 0.96 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is Copper River at Million Dollar Bridge near Cordova rising or falling?
Up 0.96 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Copper River at Million Dollar Bridge near Cordova normal?
High for mid-October. Compared with 5 years of daily readings for this time of year.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Copper River at Million Dollar Bridge near Cordova?
The highest level on record is 152.26 ft on September 23, 1995.
How often is this data updated?
The U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
Where does this data come from?
The values come directly from the U.S. Geological Survey, the official operator of this gauge, and are in the public domain. We do not estimate or model live values.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:15214000(Agency page)- Coordinates
60.67167, -144.74472(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NAVD88
- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water level | 129.14 ft | 2026-10-21 01:45 | Provisional |
| Flow | 57,200 cfs | 2026-10-21 01:45 | Provisional |
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How to cite
U.S. Geological Survey: Copper River at Million Dollar Bridge near Cordova (usgs:15214000). Accessed October 21, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/alaska/copper-river-at-million-dollar-bridge-near-cordova
How we check values
Each reading is stored as published. We hold back values that jump faster than physically plausible and show the measurement time with every value.
Readings are provisional, can be delayed or wrong and are not a flood warning. Read the disclaimer