Major Flood
10.2 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: GPTC1). 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10.2 ft
Major Flood Stage. Severe roadbed flooding to local residence access road along Garrapata Creek. Major roadway erosion and/or deposition of flood-borne debris may be occurring. Levees protecting local access road overtopped. Other local coastal drainages may be creating hazardous conditions for those living or traveling along Highway 1 and vicinity, generally between Carmel Highlands and Big Sur.
8 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Local residence access road on Garrapata Creek inundated by at least 1 foot at lowest spots. Other local coastal drainages may be creating hazardous conditions for those living or traveling along Highway 1 and vicinity, generally between Carmel Highlands and Big Sur.
6 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Local residence access road along Garrapata Creek begins to flood at lowest points. Roadbed erosion may accompany inundation. Other local coastal drainages may be creating hazardous conditions for those living or traveling along Highway 1 and vicinity, generally between Carmel Highlands and Big Sur. NWS will issue and Flash Flood Warning if not yet already issued.
5 ft
Monitor Stage. Water levels locally are approximately 1 foot below elevation at which local residence access road along Garrapata Creek begins to flood. Other local coastal drainages may be creating hazardous conditions for those living or traveling along Highway 1 and vicinity, generally between Carmel Highlands and Big Sur. NWS will issue a Flash Flood Watch if not yet already issued.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
GPTC1
River
Garrapata Creek
County
Monterey, CA
Coordinates
36.4161°N, 121.9092°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Garrapata Creek above Highway 1?
The Garrapata Creek above 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 Garrapata Creek above Highway 1?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Garrapata Creek above Highway 1 is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10.2 feet.
How do I get alerts when Garrapata Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Garrapata Creek above 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.
Where is the Garrapata Creek above Highway 1 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monterey County, California at coordinates 36.4161°N, 121.9092°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Coast Property Owners Association