Cuyama River at Ventucopa
California — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Ventura County, California on the Cuyama 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: CVPC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Moderate Flood
9.9 ft
Minor Flood
9.8 ft
Action Stage
8.4 ft
1,000 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
CVPC1
River
Cuyama River
County
Ventura, CA
Coordinates
34.6889°N, 119.3569°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cuyama River at Ventucopa?
The Cuyama River at Ventucopa 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 Cuyama River at Ventucopa?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cuyama River at Ventucopa is 9.8 feet. Action stage begins at 8.4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9.9 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Cuyama River rises?
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Where is the Cuyama River at Ventucopa gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ventura County, California at coordinates 34.6889°N, 119.3569°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: United States Geological Survey