Major Flood
1062 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LKPC1). 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
1060 ft
Minor Flood
1058 ft
Action Stage
1057 ft
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
LKPC1
County
Ventura, CA
Coordinates
34.4614°N, 118.7506°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lake Piru?
The Lake Piru 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 Lake Piru?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lake Piru is 1058 feet. Action stage begins at 1057 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1060 feet, and major flooding at 1062 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lake Piru 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 Lake Piru gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ventura County, California at coordinates 34.4614°N, 118.7506°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