Major Flood
35 ft
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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
33 ft
Minor Flood
32 ft
Action Stage
26 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
People in Orick should evacuate outside of the Orick Valley immediately. The river is at the top of the levee (or overtopping) near the Shoreline Fuel Mart on the left/south bank & Hufford Road on the right/north bank. The levee protecting Orick is at imminent risk for failure. Levee failure will cause catastrophic flooding outside the levees, creating major safety hazards and inundating homes & businesses across Orick. Floodwaters will make portions of Highway 101 and other local roads impassable.
33 ft
People in Orick should be ready to evacuate outside the Orick valley. Time for a safe evacuation becomes critically short, especially for people who need more time or have limited mobility. Follow direction of public safety and emergency response officials. The river is within 2 feet from the top of levee near the Shoreline Fuel Mart on the left/south bank & Hufford Raod on the right/north bank. The levee protecting the town of Orick has an elevated risk of failure.
32 ft
People in areas protected by the levee within Orick should closely monitor river forecasts & be prepared to evacuate outside the Orick valley if water levels are predicted to continue to rising. People who need more time to evacuate, especially those with limited mobility, should consider taking early action. The river is within 3 feet from the top of the levee near the Shoreline Fuel Mart on the left/south bank & Hufford Road on the right/north bank. The levee protecting Orick is at risk for failure.
26 ft
Officials responsible for the levees & emergency response begin patrolling to look for problem areas that can threaten the integrity of the levee such as seepage, boils, erosion, debris jams, cracks, or sloughing. Closely monitor precipitation forecasts & river forecasts (stage & flow) & be aware of the potential for rising water levels.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 12, 2024 | 30.06 ft | 42,700 cfs |
| Jan 30, 1995 | 25.37 ft | 31,800 cfs |
| Dec 21, 2025 | 24.68 ft | 21,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ORIC1
River
Redwood Creek
County
Humboldt, CA
Coordinates
41.2993°N, 124.0512°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Redwood Creek near Orick?
The Redwood Creek near Orick gauge is maintained by USGS (site 11482500) 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 Redwood Creek near Orick?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Redwood Creek near Orick is 32 feet. Action stage begins at 26 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Redwood Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Redwood Creek near Orick 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 Redwood Creek near Orick gauge located?
The gauge is located in Humboldt County, California at coordinates 41.2993°N, 124.0512°W. USGS site number: 11482500. 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