18.5' - 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 here.
12.3' - 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 here.
11.5' - Most streets crossing Clear Creek are impassable.
10.4' - 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 here.
9.5' - Moderate flooding is expected along Clear Creek in Golden.
9' - Water is at the base of the bridge at Kipling and 44th Avenue with flooding of homes and structures along the creek.
8.5' - Park areas and bike paths along the creek flood. Minor flooding of yards and other properties is expected to begin.
8' - 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 here.
7.7' - Water is up to the bike path/walkway just east of U.S. Highway 93 in Golden.