Stevens Creek below Stevens Creek Reservoir
California — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Santa Clara County, California on the Stevens Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SVZC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Moderate Flood
9.5 ft
3,000 cfs
Minor Flood
7 ft
1,500 cfs
Action Stage
6 ft
1,000 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
9.5 ft
Moderate Flooding: Homes between I-280 and Stevens Creek Blvd at risk of structure damage due to flooding on the streets and throughout the neighborhood within the floodplain.
7 ft
Minor Flooding: Area near McClellan Ranch Preserve may flood upstream of McClellan Road, overflowing the road and surrounding low areas. Some houses and streets possibly flooded on Florence Dr., Creston Dr., Phar Lap Dr., Creekside Ct., and Clearwood Ct.
6 ft
Action Stage: Possible flooding along Florence Dr and along Deep Cliff and Blackberry Farms Golf Courses, as well as overbanking upstream of Stevens Creek 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
SVZC1
River
Stevens Creek
County
Santa Clara, CA
Coordinates
37.3059°N, 122.0732°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stevens Creek below Stevens Creek Reservoir?
The Stevens Creek below Stevens Creek Reservoir 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 below Stevens Creek Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stevens Creek below Stevens Creek Reservoir is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9.5 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Stevens Creek rises?
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Where is the Stevens Creek below Stevens Creek Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Santa Clara County, California at coordinates 37.3059°N, 122.0732°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