Major Flood
21.4 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RVBC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
20.4 ft
Minor Flood
11.9 ft
Action Stage
7.4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21.4 ft
Stages above 21.4 feet result in major flooding outside of the levees. Top of levee.
9.4 ft
The lower end of Rio Vista begins to flood at high tides.
8.4 ft
Nearby low lying delta tracts are threatened by flooding.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 1986 | 11.5 ft | — |
| Jan 5, 1997 | 11.18 ft | — |
| Dec 2, 1983 | 10.61 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RVBC1
River
Sacramento River
County
Solano, CA
Coordinates
38.1597°N, 121.6864°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sacramento River at Rio Vista Bridge?
The Sacramento River at Rio Vista Bridge 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 Sacramento River at Rio Vista Bridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sacramento River at Rio Vista Bridge is 11.9 feet. Action stage begins at 7.4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20.4 feet, and major flooding at 21.4 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sacramento River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sacramento River at Rio Vista Bridge 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 Sacramento River at Rio Vista Bridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Solano County, California at coordinates 38.1597°N, 121.6864°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations Courtesy of CA Department of Water Resources
- Crests prior to 10/1/2006 are in an old datum. Datum change to NAVD88 occurred 10/1/2006.<a href="http://cdec.water.ca.gov/misc/datum_change2006.html"> See LINK for correction value.</a>