Huichica Creek at RCD Vineyard
California — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Napa County, California on the Huichica Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: HUIC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
13 ft
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Major flood stage. Flood waters are 3.5 feet on adjacent floodplain.
11 ft
Moderate flood stage. Flood waters are 1.5 feet deep on floodplain. NWS will issue a Flash Flood Warning if not yet already issued.
9.5 ft
Minor flood stage. Backwatering begins at bridge. Flows likely spill onto floodplain from backwatering. NWS may issue an urban/small stream advisory if not yet already issued.
8 ft
Monitor stage. Water is 1.5 feet below backwater conditions at bridge crossing and below floodplain. NWS may 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.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
HUIC1
River
Huichica Creek
County
Napa, CA
Coordinates
38.2208°N, 122.3536°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Huichica Creek at RCD Vineyard?
The Huichica Creek at RCD Vineyard 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 Huichica Creek at RCD Vineyard?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Huichica Creek at RCD Vineyard is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Huichica Creek rises?
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Where is the Huichica Creek at RCD Vineyard gauge located?
The gauge is located in Napa County, California at coordinates 38.2208°N, 122.3536°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Napa County