Major Flood
34 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
30 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
What Floods at Each Level
34 ft
Significant flooding over the south bank approximately 1 mile east of Highway 1 will occur. Damage to property including 6 homes is possible. Expect closure of Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate routes.
30 ft
Water will flow over the south bank of the river approximately 1 mile east of Highway 1, and begins to flood property in this area including six homes. Expect closure of Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate routes.
23 ft
Flooding of Highway 128 approximately 5 miles east of Highway 1 is certain and the road will be closed. Motorists should use alternate routes.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 21, 1955 | 40.6 ft | 64,500 cfs |
| Dec 31, 2005 | 39.81 ft | 62,000 cfs |
| Dec 21, 1964 | 38.64 ft | 52,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NVRC1
River
Navarro River
County
Mendocino, CA
Coordinates
39.1704°N, 123.6680°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Navarro River near Navarro?
The Navarro River near Navarro gauge is maintained by USGS (site 11468000) 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 Navarro River near Navarro?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Navarro River near Navarro is 23 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Navarro River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Navarro River near Navarro 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 Navarro River near Navarro gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mendocino County, California at coordinates 39.1704°N, 123.6680°W. USGS site number: 11468000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey