August-September 2014 Southwest Floods
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Learn more about USGS flood activities related to the August-September 2014 Floods, caused by heavy rains followed by remnants of Hurricane Odile which brought major flooding to parts of Arizona.
August thunderstorm flooding
Heavy thunderstorms in the northern portions of Maricopa County caused flooding on Skunk Creek, Cave Creek, New River, Agua Fria River, and Hassayampa River. Water from Skunk Creek flooded parts of Interstate Highway 17 as flows crossed the CAP Canal.
USGS Activities in the News:
- KTVK News: USGS surveys flood aftermath in N. Phoenix
- ABC15 News: Skunk Creek flooding first of its kind
- CBS5 News: U.S. Geological Survey calls Tuesday flood a 'flow'
September: Hurricane Odile
The remnants of Hurricane Odile brought significant rainfall to the Southwest on September 17th through the 20th. Southeastern Arizona received the most widespread rainfall from the storm, with over three inches of rain in Sierra Vista, Bisbee and the Douglas areas.
USGS Activities in the News:
Historical Flooding
The USGS provides practical, unbiased information about the Nation's rivers and streams that is crucial in mitigating hazards associated with floods. This site provides information about the USGS activities, data, and services provided during regional high-flow events, such as hurricanes or multi-state flooding events. The USGS response to these events is typically managed by the National...
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Date published: February 26, 2019Status: CompletedDecember 2014 Pacific Coast Floods
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Date published: February 25, 2019Status: CompletedJune 2014 floods in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa
Learn more about USGS flood activities related to the June 2014 Floods in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa.
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Date published: February 25, 2019Status: CompletedApril 2014 Floods in Alabama and Florida
Learn more about USGS flood activities related to the April 2014 floods in Alabama and Florida.
Hurricane Odile, AZ Flooding September 2014, USGS at Work
This video shows the flooding that occurred in Arizona from the remnants of Hurricane Odile, while explaining the different techniques for high flow measurements.