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SwedenGunnison River near Gunnison water level
River gauge, Gunnison River, Colorado, United States
Right now
Below flood stage
Water level
- Flow
- 219 cfs
- Water temperature
- 52 °F
History
The forecast expects the river to rise to 1.80 ft by Friday, October 23 at 11:00 AM. Issued Monday, October 19 at 09:02 AM by NOAA National Weather Service.
What this means
The gauge at Gunnison River near Gunnison reads 1.00 ft, a normal level.
It is 4.50 ft below the flood stage of 5.50 ft.
The level has held steady over the past 24 hours. The forecast expects the river to rise to 1.80 ft by Friday, October 23 at 11:00 AM. Over the past 30 days it has moved between 0.98 ft and 1.02 ft.
The sensor also reports a water temperature of 52 °F.
Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 4.48 ftMay 22, 2008
- Forecast peak
- 1.80 ftFriday, October 23 at 11:00 AM
What the stage means on the water
A normal level is usually prime time for floating and wade fishing, as long as the weather holds upstream.
The National Weather Service puts flood stage for this gauge at 5.50 ft, still 4.50 ft away.
What happens at each level
- 8.00 ft
- The surface of the Gunnison River is nearing the base of the US 50 bridge. Flooding is occurring along portions of Jorgeson Road.
- 7.10 ft
- Flooding is occurring in Twin Pines Mobile Home Park and residences along the reach of the Gunnison River. Water is covering and making impassable portions of County Road 16, County Road 19, 2nd Street, and Brookside Drive.
- 6.20 ft
- Flooding is occurring in residences along the west bank of the Gunnison River and along Island Ditch. Water is flowing through the western portion of the Twin Pines Mobile Home Park and over sections of 2nd street. Water is covering portions of County Road 16, County Road 19 and Brookside Drive.
- 5.50 ft
- Water is covering low lying areas between the Gunnison River and the Twin Pines Mobile Home Park. Water is nearing homes along Island Ditch and homes between Park Road and the Gunnison River. Flooding is occurring along portions of County Roads 16 and 19 and along Brookside Drive.
- 4.80 ft
- The Gunnison has reached the top of its banks. Minor flooding of low-lying areas is occurring.
- 1.00 ft
- Right now
Impact statements from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4.48 ft | May 22, 2008 |
| 2 | 4.39 ft | May 26, 2019 |
| 3 | 4.23 ft | June 12, 2015 |
| 4 | 4.20 ft | June 7, 2011 |
| 5 | 4.17 ft | June 9, 2017 |
| 6 | 4.12 ft | June 2, 2014 |
| 7 | 3.89 ft | June 9, 2024 |
| 8 | 3.88 ft | June 7, 2010 |
| 9 | 3.77 ft | May 19, 2009 |
| 10 | 3.66 ft | May 25, 2005 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on the Gunnison River
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunnison River below Gunnison TunnelRiver gauge, Gunnison River | 213 cfs | Low | ±0 | 38 mi |
| Gunnison River at DeltaRiver gauge, Gunnison River | 1.40 ft | Below flood stage | −0.01 ft | 63 mi |
| Gunnison River near Grand JunctionRiver gauge, Gunnison River | 3.06 ft | Below flood stage | −0.02 ft | 86 mi |
| Gunnison River at Cnty Road 32 below GunnisonRiver gauge, Gunnison River | 4.48 ft | No reference yet | +0.01 ft | 3.0 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomichi Creek at GunnisonRiver gauge, Tomichi Creek | 1.45 ft | Below flood stage | +0.01 ft | 1.5 mi |
| Ohio Creek above Mouth near GunnisonRiver gauge, Ohio Creek | 15.4 cfs | Normal | −1.2 cfs | 3.3 mi |
| East River at AlmontRiver gauge, East River | 2.61 ft | Below flood stage | +0.02 ft | 10 mi |
| Taylor River at AlmontRiver gauge, Taylor River | 1.45 ft | Below flood stage | ±0 | 10 mi |
| Ohio Creek near BaldwinRiver gauge, Ohio Creek | 21.1 cfs | Normal | +0.6 cfs | 11 mi |
| Blue Mesa ReservoirReservoir | 7,411.86 ft | Very low | 16 mi | |
| Cochetopa Creek below Rock Creek near ParlinRiver gauge, Cochetopa Creek | 46.0 cfs | High | +1.1 cfs | 17 mi |
| East River below Cement Creek near Crested ButteRiver gauge, East River | 94.6 cfs | Normal | +1.7 cfs | 17 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for the Gunnison River near Gunnison?
The official flood stage is 5.50 ft. The level is currently 4.50 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 Gunnison River near Gunnison today?
On Oct 19, 2026, 04:15 PM MDT, the water level was 1.00 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is Gunnison River near Gunnison rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Gunnison River near Gunnison normal?
Below flood stage. Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Gunnison River near Gunnison?
The highest level on record is 4.48 ft on May 22, 2008.
Is Gunnison River near Gunnison expected to rise?
The forecast expects the river to rise to 1.80 ft by Friday, October 23 at 11:00 AM.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:09114500(Agency page)- Coordinates
38.54194, -106.94977(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 | 1.00 ft | 2026-10-19 22:15 | Provisional |
| Flow | 219 cfs | 2026-10-19 22:15 | Provisional |
| Water temperature | 52 °F | 2026-10-19 22:15 | Provisional |
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How to cite
U.S. Geological Survey: Gunnison River near Gunnison (usgs:09114500). Accessed October 19, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/colorado/gunnison-river-near-gunnison
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