Major Flood
33.1 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
32.1 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33.1 ft
Top of right bank levee. Stages above this level result in flooding outside the levee.
13.6 ft
Orchards within the levee downstream near Pleasant Grove Road begin to flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 30, 2005 | 24.28 ft | 36,400 cfs |
| Jan 1, 1997 | 23.72 ft | 34,900 cfs |
| Jan 10, 2017 | 23.71 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear River near Wheatland?
The Bear River near Wheatland gauge is maintained by USGS (site 11424000) 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 Bear River near Wheatland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear River near Wheatland is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 32.1 feet, and major flooding at 33.1 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bear River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bear River near Wheatland to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Bear River near Wheatland gauge located?
The gauge is located in Yuba County, California at coordinates 39.0002°N, 121.4066°W. USGS site number: 11424000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Feather River at Nicolaus
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations Courtesy of CA Department of Water Resources, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey