Major Flood
53.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MCNC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
53.4 ft
Minor Flood
44.5 ft
Action Stage
38.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
46.5 ft
At approximately 44,000 cfs, water exits the river upstream and downstream of Highway 99. Dillard Road is flooded from Highway 99 to Riley Road. Twin Cities Road is flooded from Hardesty Lane to Christensen Road.
44.5 ft
Flood stage.
41.5 ft
The Cosumnes River overflow channel begins to flow.
38.5 ft
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 13, 1980 | 49.9 ft | 30,000 cfs |
| Jan 1, 1997 | 48.5 ft | — |
| Feb 17, 1986 | 47.1 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MCNC1
River
Cosumnes River
County
Sacramento, CA
Coordinates
38.3575°N, 121.3436°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cosumnes River at McConnell?
The Cosumnes River at McConnell 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 Cosumnes River at McConnell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cosumnes River at McConnell is 44.5 feet. Action stage begins at 38.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 53.4 feet, and major flooding at 53.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cosumnes River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cosumnes River at McConnell 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 Cosumnes River at McConnell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sacramento County, California at coordinates 38.3575°N, 121.3436°W. 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 CA Department of Water Resources
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