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Butte Creek Near Durham
California — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Butte County, California on the Butte Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: DRMC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Minor Flood

198 ft

Action Stage

190.5 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

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About This Gauge

NWS LID

DRMC1

River

Butte Creek

County

Butte, CA

Coordinates

39.6781°N, 121.7769°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Butte Creek Near Durham?

The Butte Creek Near Durham 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 Butte Creek Near Durham?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Butte Creek Near Durham is 198 feet. Action stage begins at 190.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

How do I get alerts when Butte Creek rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Butte Creek Near Durham 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 Butte Creek Near Durham gauge located?

The gauge is located in Butte County, California at coordinates 39.6781°N, 121.7769°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: State of California / Department of Water Resources