Major Flood
39 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
36 ft
Minor Flood
33 ft
Action Stage
27 ft
What Floods at Each Level
40 ft
Many roads and structures in the vicinity of the river are likely to be threatened. Significant flooding expected along US Highways 101 and 199, South Bank Rd, and in low lying areas between Lake Earl and the river, including areas along Lower Lake Drive.
38 ft
Expect flooding of portions of Highway 197 and South Bank Rd in the vicinity of US Highway 101. Flooding is also expected in low lying areas between Lake Earl and the river, including areas along Lower Lake Drive. Some access roads and homes in this area may be flooded.
36 ft
Flooding of South Bank Rd in the vicinity of US Highway 101 is likely. Water can flow across low-lying areas into Lake Earl about 4 miles south of the river, including areas along Lower Lake Drive. Some low-lying residential access roads may flood.
33 ft
Flooding is likely near the gravel plant and on South Bank Road in the vicinity of US Highway 101. Water may flow across low-lying areas into Lake Earl about 4 miles south of the river, including areas along lower Lake Drive.
31 ft
Minor flooding may occur around the gravel plant near US Highway 101 and South Bank Road approximately 1 mile upstream from Doctor Fine Bridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 21, 1964 | 39.5 ft | 207,000 cfs |
| Dec 21, 1955 | 37.4 ft | 176,500 cfs |
| Mar 2, 1972 | 37.2 ft | 173,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FTDC1
River
Smith River
County
Del Norte, CA
Coordinates
41.8806°N, 124.1364°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Smith River at Dr Fine Bridge?
The Smith River at Dr Fine Bridge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 11532650) 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 Smith River at Dr Fine Bridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Smith River at Dr Fine Bridge is 33 feet. Action stage begins at 27 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 36 feet, and major flooding at 39 feet.
How do I get alerts when Smith River rises?
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Where is the Smith River at Dr Fine Bridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Del Norte County, California at coordinates 41.8806°N, 124.1364°W. USGS site number: 11532650. 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