River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS SALC2
In brief
The Arkansas River at Salida, CO read 2.78 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 3.22 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge SALC2
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7.43 ft | 2015-06-18 |
| 2 | 6.97 ft | 2010-06-06 |
| 3 | 6.95 ft | 2024-06-09 |
| 4 | 6.74 ft | 2019-06-15 |
| 5 | 6.52 ft | 2008-06-20 |
| 6 | 6.39 ft | 2017-06-20 |
| 7 | 6.37 ft | 2014-06-04 |
| 8 | 6.28 ft | 2011-07-10 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
The river is bankfull.
Action Stage. Water rises over the road into a farm near the confluence with the South Fork of the Arkansas River.
Action Stage. Water rises over low spots in path under Highway 291 Bridge.
Minor Flood. Water reaches lowest railroad tracks west of F Street Bridge.
Minor Flood. Water reaches base of F Street Bridge.
Moderate Flood. Waters rise into buildings at F Street Bridge.
Moderate Flood. Water begins to flood residential properties in low lying areas upstream of F Street Bridge.
Major Flood. Water threatens homes along the river.
Major Flood. Flood waters are street level at F Street Bridge.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Arkansas River at Salida is at 2.78 ft, 3.22 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 6 ft, minor flooding 8 ft, moderate flooding 9 ft and major flooding 10 ft.
The highest crest on record is 7.43 ft, on 2015-06-18.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge SALC2); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 07091500). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.