Major Flood
19 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SVXC1). 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
15.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19.5 ft
Major Flooding: Flooding begins on both west and east banks near West Valley Elementary School.
18 ft
Moderate Flooding: Flooding continues at above locations. Flooding near Moffett flows across US-101 flooding adjacent streets and buildings.
16.5 ft
Minor Flooding: Overflow at Moffett Blvd returning back to Creek. Creek overtops Evelyn Ave and Central Expwy moving westward.
15.5 ft
Action Stage: Significant flows. Check Evelyn, Middlefield, Moffett, & US-101 for possible blockages. Flooding may begin on east bank between US-101 and Moffett Blvd.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
SVXC1
River
Stevens Creek
County
Santa Clara, CA
Coordinates
37.3952°N, 122.0689°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stevens Creek above Hwy 85?
The Stevens Creek above Hwy 85 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 Stevens Creek above Hwy 85?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stevens Creek above Hwy 85 is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 15.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stevens Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Stevens Creek above Hwy 85 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 Stevens Creek above Hwy 85 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Santa Clara County, California at coordinates 37.3952°N, 122.0689°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: SCVWD