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SwedenClear Creek at Golden water level
River gauge, Clear Creek, Colorado, United States
Right now
Below flood stage
Water level
- Flow
- 53.3 cfs
History
What this means
Clear Creek at Golden is at 3.66 ft, in the normal range.
It is 4.84 ft below the flood stage of 8.50 ft.
It has barely moved over the past 24 hours. In the last month it has stayed between 3.66 ft and 3.74 ft.
Fall is often low-water season on rivers, until steadier rain returns.
Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 7.60 ftJune 12, 2015
Floating and fishing near Clear Creek at Golden
Normal flows mean predictable rapids and good access at most put-ins.
Flood stage here is 8.50 ft, 4.84 ft above the current reading. Beyond it, the National Weather Service also defines moderate and major flood stages.
What happens at each level
- 18.50 ft
- This level represents a flood that has a 0.2-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. For more information click <a href="inundation/faq_google.php">here</a>.
- 12.30 ft
- This is a life threatening flood with numerous streets, homes and businesses inundated. This level represents a flood that has a 1-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. For more information click <a href="inundation/faq_google.php">here</a>.
- 11.50 ft
- Most streets crossing Clear Creek are impassable.
- 10.40 ft
- Extensive flooding impacts streets, bridges and buildings near the river. This level represents a flood that has a 2-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. For more information click <a href="inundation/faq_google.php">here</a>.
- 9.50 ft
- Moderate flooding is expected along Clear Creek in Golden.
- 9.00 ft
- Water is at the base of the bridge at Kipling and 44th Avenue with flooding of homes and structures along the creek.
- 8.50 ft
- Park areas and bike paths along the creek flood. Minor flooding of yards and other properties is expected to begin.
- 8.00 ft
- Water is over the bike path between Kipling and Garrison Streets and into low lying areas in Golden. This level represents a flood that has a 10-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. For more information click <a href="inundation/faq_google.php">here</a>.
- 7.70 ft
- Water is up to the bike path/walkway just east of U.S. Highway 93 in Golden.
- 3.66 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 | 7.60 ft | June 12, 2015 |
| 2 | 7.25 ft | June 4, 2014 |
| 3 | 7.15 ft | June 12, 2016 |
| 4 | 7.08 ft | June 12, 2010 |
| 5 | 6.95 ft | July 8, 2011 |
| 6 | 6.92 ft | July 2, 2019 |
| 7 | 6.83 ft | September 13, 2013 |
| 8 | 6.75 ft | June 13, 2017 |
| 9 | 6.67 ft | June 1, 2009 |
| 10 | 6.66 ft | June 4, 2008 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on Clear Creek
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Creek above West Fork Clear Creek near EmpireRiver gauge, Clear Creek | 3.66 ft | Below flood stage | ±0 | 23 mi |
| Clear Creek near LawsonRiver gauge, Clear Creek | 2.67 ft | Below flood stage | −0.03 ft | 21 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek above Bear Creek Lake near MorrisonRiver gauge, Bear Creek | 2.9 cfs | Very low | +0.9 cfs | 8 mi |
| Turkey Creek above Bear Creek Lake near Morrison CreekRiver gauge, Turkey Creek | 0.4 cfs | Very low | ±0 | 9 mi |
| North Clear Creek above Mouth near Black HawkRiver gauge, North Clear Creek | 3.78 ft | Below flood stage | ±0 | 9 mi |
| Bear Creek above EvergreenRiver gauge, Bear Creek | 11.5 cfs | Very low | −0.6 cfs | 10 mi |
| Little Dry Creek below Federal Blvd at WestminsterRiver gauge, Little Dry Creek | 0.4 cfs | Very low | ±0 | 12 mi |
| Cherry Creek at DenverRiver gauge, Cherry Creek | 16.2 cfs | Normal | ±0 | 12 mi |
| South Platte River at EnglewoodRiver gauge, South Platte River | 23.9 cfs | Very low | −1.5 cfs | 14 mi |
| South Platte River below Union Ave, at Englewood, CreekRiver gauge, South Platte River | 10.83 ft | Below flood stage | ±0 | 14 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for Clear Creek at Golden?
The official flood stage is 8.50 ft. The level is currently 4.84 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 Clear Creek at Golden today?
On Oct 19, 2026, 02:45 AM MDT, the water level was 3.66 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is Clear Creek at Golden rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Clear Creek at Golden normal?
Below flood stage. Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Clear Creek at Golden?
The highest level on record is 7.60 ft on June 12, 2015.
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.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:06719505(Agency page)- Coordinates
39.75306, -105.23472(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 | 3.66 ft | 2026-10-19 08:45 | Provisional |
| Flow | 53.3 cfs | 2026-10-19 08:45 | Provisional |
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U.S. Geological Survey: Clear Creek at Golden (usgs:06719505). Accessed October 19, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/colorado/clear-creek-at-golden
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