Mint Canyon
California — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Los Angeles County, California. 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: MNYC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Action Stage
9.8 ft
2,500 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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
MNYC1
County
Los Angeles, CA
Coordinates
34.4467°N, 118.4275°W
Get Flood Alerts for Mint Canyon
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mint Canyon?
The Mint Canyon 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 Mint Canyon?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mint Canyon to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Mint Canyon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Los Angeles County, California at coordinates 34.4467°N, 118.4275°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Los Angeles County Department of Public Works