Major Flood
84.1 ft
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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
81.5 ft
Minor Flood
81 ft
Action Stage
75 ft
What Floods at Each Level
84.1 ft
Stages above 84.1 feet results in flooding outside the levees. Top of levee.
81 ft
Overflow is expected on the non-leveed south bank, upstream from the start of the south-side levee. Water begins moving southeast toward the city of Woodland. Target elevation is subject to change slightly, as additional data is acquired.
75 ft
Yolo County and CA DWR begin patrolling levee sections of Cache Creek. Yolo County OES alert responding agencies to the potential impacts from the rising creek levels.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 1904 | 86.4 ft | — |
| Mar 8, 1995 | 85.37 ft | 36,400 cfs |
| Feb 24, 1958 | 85.35 ft | 41,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cache Creek at Yolo?
The Cache Creek at Yolo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 11452500) 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 Cache Creek at Yolo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cache Creek at Yolo is 81 feet. Action stage begins at 75 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 81.5 feet, and major flooding at 84.1 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cache Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cache Creek at Yolo 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 Cache Creek at Yolo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Yolo County, California at coordinates 38.7271°N, 121.8072°W. USGS site number: 11452500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations Courtesy of CA Department of Water Resources