Major Flood
9 ft
Current Water Level
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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
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9.36 ft
Record flood from 1/1/1997. CA Highway 89 washes out and many homes along creek flood.
9 ft
Major flood stage. IMpacts to highway 89, local roads, and homes likely.
8.5 ft
Moderate flood stage. Significant impact to roads. Water nears lowest homes.
8 ft
Flood stage. Minor flooding of roads and low lying property.
7.5 ft
Monitor stage. No flooding.
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 31, 1996 | 9.74 ft | 2,530 cfs |
| Jan 8, 2017 | 9.25 ft | 1,925 cfs |
| Dec 18, 1981 | 9.14 ft | 1,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ward Creek above Sunnyside?
The Ward Creek above Sunnyside gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10336676) 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 Ward Creek above Sunnyside?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ward Creek above Sunnyside is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ward Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ward Creek above Sunnyside 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 Ward Creek above Sunnyside gauge located?
The gauge is located in Placer County, California at coordinates 39.1321°N, 120.1577°W. USGS site number: 10336676. 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.