Moderate Flood
8.5 ft
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LGLC1). 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.
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8.5 ft
Moderate Flooding: Likely downstream flooding on Los Gatos Creek due to dam spills. Refer to downstream gauges for additional inflow and flood impacts.
7.5 ft
Minor Flooding: Los Gatos Creek Trail and Vasona Lake County Park will be flooded.
6 ft
Action Stage: Los Gatos Creek Trail may become inundated at various locations downstream of Vasona Dam. Vasona Lake County Park will be flooded in various locations.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
LGLC1
River
Los Gatos Creek
County
Santa Clara, CA
Coordinates
37.2189°N, 121.9852°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Los Gatos Creek below Lexington Reservoir?
The Los Gatos Creek below Lexington Reservoir 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 Los Gatos Creek below Lexington Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Los Gatos Creek below Lexington Reservoir is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Los Gatos Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Los Gatos Creek below Lexington Reservoir 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 Los Gatos Creek below Lexington Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Santa Clara County, California at coordinates 37.2189°N, 121.9852°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: SCVWD