RIVER GAUGE · NOVATO CREEK
Novato Creek at Novato (USGS)
Marin County, California
Water level2.78 ft
Flow1 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action11 ft
Minor flood13 ft
Moderate flood15.6 ft
Major flood17 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 17 ft
Major Flood Stage. Flood flows expand across floodplain on both sides of channel, with major roadway flooding and inundation of local businesses and homes.
- 15.6 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Water has flooded left bank floodplain (north side of creek).
- 13 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Water in creek reaches bridge structure and begins backwatering at 7th Street. NWS will issue a Flash Flood Warning if not yet already issued.
- 11 ft
Action Stage. Water is roughly 2 feet below backwater conditions at 7th Street bridge crossing downstream. NWS will issue a Flash Flood Watch if not yet already issued.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 1982 | 14.52 ft | 5,000 cfs |
| Feb 3, 1998 | 13.6 ft | 3,300 cfs |
| Feb 17, 1986 | 12.44 ft | 2,530 cfs |
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