Santa Clara River at MRCA Bridge
California — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Los Angeles County, California on the Santa Clara River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RCSC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
2210 ft
Moderate Flood
2204 ft
Minor Flood
2199 ft
Action Stage
2195 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
RCSC1
River
Santa Clara River
County
Los Angeles, CA
Coordinates
34.4386°N, 118.2781°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Santa Clara River at MRCA Bridge?
The Santa Clara River at MRCA 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 Santa Clara River at MRCA Bridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Santa Clara River at MRCA Bridge is 2199 feet. Action stage begins at 2195 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 2204 feet, and major flooding at 2210 feet.
How do I get alerts when Santa Clara River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Santa Clara River at MRCA Bridge to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Santa Clara River at MRCA Bridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Los Angeles County, California at coordinates 34.4386°N, 118.2781°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: United States Geological Survey