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SwedenAmerican Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork water level
River gauge, American Fork, Utah, United States
Right now
Below flood stage
Water level
- Flow
- 12.9 cfs
History
The forecast expects the river to rise to 6.51 ft by Friday, October 23 at 12:00 AM. Issued Tuesday, October 20 at 08:36 AM by NOAA National Weather Service.
What this means
American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork is at 6.03 ft, in the normal range.
It is 2.47 ft below the flood stage of 8.50 ft.
The level has held steady over the past 24 hours. The forecast expects the river to rise to 6.51 ft by Friday, October 23 at 12:00 AM. In the last month it has stayed between 6.03 ft and 6.04 ft.
Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 9.00 ftMay 31, 1983
- Forecast peak
- 6.51 ftFriday, October 23 at 12:00 AM
Floating and fishing near American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork
Normal flows mean predictable rapids and good access at most put-ins.
Flood stage here is 8.50 ft, 2.47 ft above the current reading. Beyond it, the National Weather Service also defines moderate and major flood stages.
What happens at each level
- 9.00 ft
- major flooding will take place throughout the Cedar Hills Golf Course, any areas that the American Fork River flows through the town of American Fork. The Utah County sewer plant will also be impacted.
- 8.69 ft
- moderate flooding will impact Cedar Hills Golf Course adjacent to the mouth of American Fork Canyon. The areas in American Fork susceptible to damage include 100 N. 250 E., 400 N. and 400 E.. Both these areas are susceptible to debris jams in the underlying culverts. Additionally, depending on the amount of sediment at the debris basin near I-15, the sewer lift station may flood.
- 8.50 ft
- minor flooding will occur near 100N 250E in American Fork. Flooding will occur at the Utah County Boat Harbor Road near Utah Lake and affect the sewer lift station. The area near 400 N. 400 E. may experience flooding if the river is filled with debris as double barrel culvert frequently becomes jammed overtopping the road.
- 6.03 ft
- Right now
Impact statements from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Highest crests on record
Chance of at least minor flooding in October to December: < 5 %.
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9.00 ft | May 31, 1983 |
| 2 | 7.90 ft | June 1, 1986 |
| 3 | 7.86 ft | June 8, 1986 |
| 4 | 7.55 ft | June 8, 2019 |
| 5 | 7.47 ft | June 7, 2017 |
| 6 | 7.40 ft | May 26, 1958 |
| 7 | 7.23 ft | June 7, 2016 |
| 8 | 7.20 ft | June 15, 1975 |
| 9 | 7.20 ft | June 11, 1980 |
| 10 | 7.19 ft | May 28, 2014 |
Weather at the gauge
No rain in the last 3 days.
Forecast: Open-Meteo
Map
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Creek ReservoirReservoir | 5,380.18 ft | Low | 10 mi | |
| Daniels Creek at CharlestonRiver gauge, Daniels Creek | 3.60 ft | Very high | ±0 | 11 mi |
| Snake Creek near CharlestonRiver gauge, Snake Creek | 1.98 ft | Very low | +0.01 ft | 12 mi |
| Provo River near CharlestonRiver gauge, Provo River | 164 cfs | Normal | −2.0 cfs | 12 mi |
| Provo River at ProvoRiver gauge, Provo River | 3.97 ft | Below flood stage | −0.01 ft | 14 mi |
| Provo River at River Road Bridge near Heber CityRiver gauge, Provo River | 0.81 ft | Normal | ±0 | 15 mi |
| Jordanelle ReservoirReservoir | 6,114.30 ft | Low | 18 mi | |
| McLeod Creek near Park CityRiver gauge, McLeod Creek | 6.24 ft | Low | −0.32 ft | 18 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork?
The official flood stage is 8.50 ft. The level is currently 2.47 ft below it.
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 American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork today?
On Oct 20, 2026, 02:15 PM MDT, the water level was 6.03 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork normal?
Below flood stage. Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork?
The highest level on record is 9.00 ft on May 31, 1983.
Is American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork expected to rise?
The forecast expects the river to rise to 6.51 ft by Friday, October 23 at 12:00 AM.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:10164500(Agency page)- Coordinates
40.44773, -111.68215(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 | 6.03 ft | 2026-10-20 20:15 | Provisional |
| Flow | 12.9 cfs | 2026-10-20 20:15 | Provisional |
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U.S. Geological Survey: American Fork above Upper Powerplant near American Fork (usgs:10164500). Accessed October 20, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/utah/american-fork-above-upper-powerplant-near-american-fork
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