Little Humboldt nr Paradise Valley
Nevada — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Humboldt County, Nevada on the Little Humboldt. Live water level data from USGS gauge 10329000, 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
7.5 ft
1,304.7 cfs
Moderate Flood
6.5 ft
917.4 cfs
Minor Flood
5.5 ft
605.7 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7.5 ft
Major flooding occurs.
6.5 ft
Moderate flooding occurs.
5.5 ft
Flood stage; minor flooding.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 22, 1927 | 12.1 ft | 500 cfs |
| Feb 22, 1927 | 12.1 ft | 500 cfs |
| Jan 10, 2017 | 10.1 ft | 592 cfs |
| Jan 10, 2017 | 10.1 ft | 592 cfs |
| Feb 1, 1945 | 9.31 ft | 250 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LHPN2
River
Little Humboldt
County
Humboldt, NV
Coordinates
41.4158°N, 117.3735°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Humboldt nr Paradise Valley?
The Little Humboldt nr Paradise Valley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10329000) 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 Little Humboldt nr Paradise Valley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Humboldt nr Paradise Valley is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6.5 feet, and major flooding at 7.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Humboldt rises?
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Where is the Little Humboldt nr Paradise Valley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Humboldt County, Nevada at coordinates 41.4158°N, 117.3735°W. USGS site number: 10329000. 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