Feather River at Nicolaus
California — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Sutter County, California on the Feather River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: NCOC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
53.4 ft
Moderate Flood
48 ft
Minor Flood
47 ft
Action Stage
39 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
53.4 ft
Stages above 53.4 feet result in flooding outside of the levees. Top of levee.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 1955 | 51.6 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Dec 22, 1955 | 51.6 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Dec 22, 1964 | 51.55 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Dec 22, 1964 | 51.55 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 29, 1940 | 50.75 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
NCOC1
River
Feather River
County
Sutter, CA
Coordinates
38.8911°N, 121.6039°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Feather River at Nicolaus?
The Feather River at Nicolaus 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 Feather River at Nicolaus?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Feather River at Nicolaus is 47 feet. Action stage begins at 39 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 48 feet, and major flooding at 53.4 feet.
How do I get alerts when Feather River rises?
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Where is the Feather River at Nicolaus gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sutter County, California at coordinates 38.8911°N, 121.6039°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
- <a href= "http://cdec.water.ca.gov/misc/datum_change2016.html"> Crests prior to 10/1/2016 are in an old datum. Datum change to NAVD88 occurred 10/1/2016. See link for correction value.</a>