Russian River near Healdsburg
Sonoma County, California
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What floods at each level
- 30 ft
Major to disastrous flooding along the reach of the gage occurs. Major flooding occurs in the agricultural sections of Alexander Valley.
- 29 ft
Major Flood Stage. Major flooding along the reach of the gage will occur. Homes, businesses and secondary roads in the lower sections of Healdsburg will begin to flood. The lower areas of Alexander Valley will begin to flood.
- 27 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Moderate flooding along the reach of the gage will occur. Some secondary roads south of US 101 will have minor to moderate flooding.
- 25 ft
Low lying areas south of US 101 begin to have minor flooding.
- 23 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Flooding of farm land and banks in rural areas along the reach of the gage will occur.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 30, 1937 | 30.8 ft | — |
| Feb 27, 1940 | 30 ft | 67,000 cfs |
| Dec 22, 1964 | 27 ft | 71,300 cfs |
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