Carmel River at Highway 1
California — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Monterey County, California on the Carmel River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CMRC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
CMRC1
River
Carmel River
County
Monterey, CA
Coordinates
36.5364°N, 121.9108°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Carmel River at Highway 1?
The Carmel River at Highway 1 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 Carmel River at Highway 1?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Carmel River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Carmel River at Highway 1 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 Carmel River at Highway 1 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monterey County, California at coordinates 36.5364°N, 121.9108°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Monterey County Water Res. Agency