Humboldt River near Carlin
Nevada — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Elko County, Nevada on the Humboldt River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 10321000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
8.5 ft
4,140 cfs
Moderate Flood
8 ft
3,939 cfs
Minor Flood
7 ft
2,890 cfs
Action Stage
6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
This is the unofficial record flood which occurred on february 28, 1910, before modern equipment and records were established.
10.21 ft
This is the official record flood or about 6160 cfs. It occurred on february 14, 1962.
7 ft
Minor flooding occurs.
6 ft
This is monitoring stage. No flooding occurs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 1984 | 12.2 ft | 8,250 cfs |
| May 16, 1984 | 12.2 ft | 8,250 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1983 | 11.06 ft | 7,130 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1983 | 11.06 ft | 7,130 cfs |
| Jun 6, 1995 | 10.57 ft | 6,580 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Humboldt River near Carlin?
The Humboldt River near Carlin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10321000) 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 Humboldt River near Carlin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Humboldt River near Carlin is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 8.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Humboldt River rises?
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Where is the Humboldt River near Carlin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Elko County, Nevada at coordinates 40.7278°N, 116.0083°W. USGS site number: 10321000. 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