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Latitude: 41.79º N | Longitude: 124.08º W | Elevation: 79 Feet | |
Location: Del Norte County in California | River Group: North Coast |
Issuance Time: | Apr 17 2021 at 8:40 AM PDT | Next Issuance: | Apr 18 2021 at 9:00 AM PDT |
Monitor Stage: 25.0 Feet | Flood Stage: 29.0 Feet |
Observed Data Credit | |
![]() | Raw streamflow data is provided by the US Geological Survey (USGS). |
Historical Stage/Flow Data |
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Water Year
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Peak Discharge (cfs)
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Stage (feet)
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Date
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Most Recent 5 Years | |||
2019 |
82,700 |
26.67 |
Apr 8, 2019 |
2018 |
35,200 |
18.66 |
Nov 17, 2017 |
2017 |
75,500 |
25.64 |
Dec 15, 2016 |
2016 |
114,000 |
30.76 |
Dec 13, 2015 |
2015 |
70,000 |
24.71 |
Dec 21, 2014 |
Historical High Stage/Flow Events (Period of Record - Oct 1931 to Present) | |||
1965 |
228,000 |
48.50 |
Dec 22, 1964 |
1972 |
182,000 |
43.37 |
Jan 22, 1972 |
1956 |
165,000 |
41.20 |
Dec 22, 1955
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1966 |
145,000 |
38.53 |
Jan 06, 1966
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Official 7 Day National Weather Service Forecast (CAZ101) |
Today: Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. Areas of dense fog in the morning. Highs 59 to 72. Light winds becoming northwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Areas of fog through the night. Lows 41 to 51. West wind around 5 mph shifting to the northwest overnight. Monday: Mostly cloudy. Areas of fog in the morning. Highs 55 to 68. Northwest wind around 10 mph. Monday Night: Partly cloudy. Lows 41 to 51. Northwest wind around 15 mph. Tuesday: Mostly sunny. Highs 58 to 68. North wind around 15 mph. Tuesday Night through Wednesday Night: Mostly clear. Lows 39 to 49. Highs 58 to 70. Thursday and Thursday Night: Partly cloudy. Highs 60 to 70. Lows 39 to 49. Friday: Mostly cloudy. Highs 57 to 67. Friday Night and Saturday: Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain. Lows 40 to 50. Highs 55 to 67. |
Impacts - E19 Information | |
21.0 Feet | Historic crest stages listed for dates prior to 10/01/1991 are adjusted to the current site and datum using historic peak flow and the current rating table. |
25.0 Feet | Minor flooding of the lowest-lying areas near the river may occur. |
26.0 Feet | Expect minor flooding along Highway 197 and other low-lying areas near the river. |
28.0 Feet | Flooding along lower portions of Highway 197 and possible flooding of roads near Gasquet. |
29.0 Feet | Flooding along Highway 197 and of roads near Gasquet is highly. |
32.0 Feet | Significant flooding along Highway 197 and in the Gasquet area, and possible flooding of US Highway 199 near Gasquet. Some low-lying homes in these areas may be threatened. |
34.0 Feet | Significant flooding along Highway 197 and along US Highway 199 in the Gasquet area. Some low-lying homes in these areas may be threatened. |
35.0 Feet | Considerable flooding along Highway 197 and US Highway 199 in the Gasquet area. Low-lying homes in these areas likely to be threatened. |
36.0 Feet | Extensive flooding along Highway 197 and along US Highway 199 in the Gasquet area. Homes and campgrounds in these areas could be threatened including portions of Jedediah Smith State Park. |
37.0 Feet | Severe damage could be inflicted upon roads, bridges, and other structures. All lower areas in and around the river are likely to be flooded. Persons in these areas should be prepared to take appropriate actions to protect life and property. |
39.0 Feet | Extensive and severe flooding of all areas near the river. Significant damage to roads, bridges, and other structures near the river likely. All lower-lying areas in and around the river will be flooded. All persons in the areas should be prepared to take action to protect life and property. |
Product Disclaimer |
This river graphic is not intended to serve as a substitute for official flood watches, warnings, advisories, or statements issued by the NWS Eureka Weather Forecast Office. Observations are preliminary and subject to change. River levels identified as "forecast" should be consistent with those contained in official NWS products. River levels identified as "guidance" have significant uncertainty due to future weather or reservoir regulation and are provided for planning purposes only. |