Arroyo Tapo
California — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Ventura County, California. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: OYTC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
9.4 ft
9,000 cfs
Moderate Flood
7.6 ft
6,000 cfs
Minor Flood
6 ft
3,800 cfs
Action Stage
5.6 ft
3,300 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
OYTC1
County
Ventura, CA
Coordinates
34.2684°N, 118.7431°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arroyo Tapo?
The Arroyo Tapo gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Arroyo Tapo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arroyo Tapo is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5.6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.6 feet, and major flooding at 9.4 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Arroyo Tapo to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Arroyo Tapo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ventura County, California at coordinates 34.2684°N, 118.7431°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Ventura County Watershed Protection District