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Ventura River at Camino Cielo
California — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Ventura County, California on the Ventura River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: VOJC1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Major Flood

878.8 ft

26,000 cfs

Moderate Flood

877.8 ft

22,000 cfs

Minor Flood

876.7 ft

12,000 cfs

Action Stage

874.9 ft

12,000 cfs

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.

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About This Gauge

NWS LID

VOJC1

River

Ventura River

County

Ventura, CA

Coordinates

34.4828°N, 119.2959°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Ventura River at Camino Cielo?

The Ventura River at Camino Cielo 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 Ventura River at Camino Cielo?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Ventura River at Camino Cielo is 876.7 feet. Action stage begins at 874.9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 877.8 feet, and major flooding at 878.8 feet.

How do I get alerts when Ventura River rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ventura River at Camino Cielo 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 Ventura River at Camino Cielo gauge located?

The gauge is located in Ventura County, California at coordinates 34.4828°N, 119.2959°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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Source & Notes

Data provided by: California Department of Water Resources