Major Flood
10 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
9.5 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Major flooding of lowlands, with some flooding of roads and structures along Trout Creek from Pioneer Trail to South Lake Tahoe. About 750 cfs.
9.5 ft
Moderate flooding of lowlands along Trout Creek from Pioneer Trail to South Lake Tahoe. About 550 cfs.
9 ft
Flood Stage...with very minor lowland flooding along Trout Creek from Pioneer Trail to near Martin Avenue in South Lake Tahoe. About 386 cfs.
8.5 ft
Bankfull...but no flooding in reach. About 275 cfs.
8 ft
Monitor Stage...no flooding. About 216 cfs.
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 10, 2017 | 9.36 ft | 485 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TTVC1
River
Trout Creek
County
El Dorado, CA
Coordinates
38.9200°N, 119.9714°W
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StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Trout Creek near Tahoe Valley?
The Trout Creek near Tahoe Valley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10336780) 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 Trout Creek near Tahoe Valley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Trout Creek near Tahoe Valley is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9.5 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Trout Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Trout Creek near Tahoe Valley 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 Trout Creek near Tahoe Valley gauge located?
The gauge is located in El Dorado County, California at coordinates 38.9200°N, 119.9714°W. USGS site number: 10336780. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.