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SMITH RIVER - JED SMITH NEAR CRESCENT CITY (CREC1)
Latitude: 41.79º NLongitude: 124.08º WElevation: 79 Feet
Location: Del Norte County in CaliforniaBulletin Group: North CoastRiver Group: North Coast
Issuance Time: Dec 07 2023 at 1:44 PM PSTNext Issuance: Dec 08 2023 at 9:00 AM PST
Monitor Stage: 25.0 FeetFlood Stage: 29.0 Feet

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Historical Stage/Flow Data
Water Year
Peak Discharge (cfs)
Stage (feet)
Date
 Most Recent 5 Years
2022
39,900
19.64
Jan 3, 2022
2021
76,900
25.85
Jan 13, 2021
2020
45,700
20.76
Jan 26, 2020
2019
82,700
26.67
Apr 8, 2019
2018
35,200
18.66
Nov 17, 2017
 Historical High Stage/Flow Events (Period of Record - Oct 1931 to Present) - Ranked by Flow
1965
228,000
48.50
Dec 22, 1964
1972
182,000
43.37
Jan 22, 1972
1956
165,000
41.20
Dec 22, 1955
1966
145,000
38.53
Jan 06, 1966
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Impacts - E19 Information
21.0 FeetHistoric 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 FeetMinor flooding of the lowest-lying areas near the river may occur.
26.0 FeetExpect minor flooding along Highway 197 and other low-lying areas near the river.
28.0 FeetFlooding along lower portions of Highway 197 and possible flooding of roads near Gasquet.
29.0 FeetFlooding along Highway 197 and of roads near Gasquet is highly.
32.0 FeetSignificant 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 FeetSignificant 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 FeetConsiderable flooding along Highway 197 and US Highway 199 in the Gasquet area. Low-lying homes in these areas likely to be threatened.
36.0 FeetExtensive 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 FeetSevere 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 FeetExtensive 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.
Official 7 Day National Weather Service Forecast   (CAZ101)
Today: Partly cloudy. Patchy frost in the morning. Highs 48 to 58. Northeast wind around 5 mph shifting to the northwest in the afternoon.

Tonight: Partly cloudy in the evening then becoming mostly cloudy. Areas of frost overnight. Lows 33 to 43. East wind around 5 mph.

Saturday: Mostly cloudy. Highs 52 to 62. South wind around 5 mph.

Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain. Lows 38 to 48. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

Sunday: Mostly cloudy. Rain. Highs 54 to 64. South wind around 10 mph.

Sunday Night: Rain. Lows 43 to 53.

Monday: Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain. Highs 55 to 65.

Monday Night: Partly cloudy. Slight chance of rain. Lows 37 to 47.

Tuesday and Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy. Highs 55 to 65. Lows 37 to 47.

Wednesday and Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy. Chance of rain. Highs 54 to 64. Lows 38 to 48.

Thursday: Mostly cloudy in the morning then becoming partly cloudy. Slight chance of rain. Highs 55 to 65.
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.