Flooding possible as Arkansas River waters reach 15 feet near Pueblo West

PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. — Heavy rains on Saturday afternoon caused part of the Arkansas River near Pueblo West to surge to dangerously high levels.

This map gives you a closer look at where water levels have risen to over 15 feet.

As of Sunday, water levels are still at 15.09 feet. According to the National Weather Service, this causes a high concern for flooding. You can see a break down of their Flood Stage Categories, with the major flood stage listed as 11′.

Just when water levels jumped is documented in the map below. After 3 p.m. Saturday as heavy rains moved over the area, water levels spiked from around four feet to just over 15 feet.

Click here for more information on water levels in the Arkansas River.

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