Highest crests on record
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7.60 ft | 2019-07-20 |
| 2 | 6.84 ft | 2020-06-26 |
| 3 | 6.53 ft | 2021-06-25 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
River stage
Derby, Clear Creek
- River level
- 3.01 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 9.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 10.50 ft
- Record crest
- 7.60 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS DRBC2
- Record crest
- 7.60 ft
- Flood stage
- 10.50 ft
- Moderate flood
- 11.50 ft
- Major flood
- 12.50 ft
- Crest date
- 2019-07-20
In brief
The Clear Creek at Derby, CO read 3.01 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 5.99 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge DRBC2
Stage threshold profile
What happens at each level
- 9.00 ft
Water overtops the bike path at a number of locations along Clear Creek.
- 10.50 ft
Significant lowland flooding occurs. 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>.
- 11.50 ft
Some inundation of structures and streets along and crossing Clear Creek is possible.
- 12.50 ft
Major flooding is expected along Clear Creek with roads, homes and businesses impacted.
- 13.50 ft
There is widespread major flooding with many roads, bridges and buildings inundated.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Clear Creek flooding at Derby?
No. The Clear Creek at Derby is at 3.01 ft, 5.99 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Derby?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 9 ft, minor flooding 10.5 ft, moderate flooding 11.5 ft and major flooding 12.5 ft.
What is the highest the Clear Creek has been at Derby?
The highest crest on record is 7.6 ft, on 2019-07-20.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge DRBC2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.