RIVER GAUGE · HUMBOLDT RIVER
Humboldt River near Carlin
Elko County, Nevada
Water level0.58 ft
Flow10 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:10 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action6 ft
Minor flood7 ft2,890 cfs
Moderate flood8 ft3,939 cfs
Major flood8.5 ft4,140 cfs
The past week
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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 action stage. No flooding occurs.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 1984 | 12.2 ft | 8,250 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1983 | 11.06 ft | 7,130 cfs |
| Jun 6, 1995 | 10.57 ft | 6,580 cfs |
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