RIVER GAUGE · BIG SUR RIVER
Big Sur River near Big Sur
Monterey County, California
Water level4.25 ft
Flow16 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action8.5 ft
Moderate flood10 ft
The past week
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Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 1978 | 14.3 ft | 10,700 cfs |
| Mar 10, 1995 | 11.71 ft | 6,690 cfs |
| Feb 2, 1998 | 11.7 ft | 6,675 cfs |
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