Truckee River below Derby Dam
Nevada — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Washoe County, Nevada on the Truckee River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 10351600, 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
Minor Flood
11 ft
7,400 cfs
Action Stage
10 ft
6,320 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Flood Stage, Minor flooding. Near gate capacity at Derby Dam, may require the removal of soft plug on the overflow channel
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2, 1997 | 14.99 ft | 19,700 cfs |
| Jan 2, 1997 | 14.99 ft | 19,700 cfs |
| Jan 31, 1963 | 14.78 ft | 18,400 cfs |
| Jan 31, 1963 | 14.78 ft | 18,400 cfs |
| Feb 18, 1986 | 14.51 ft | 16,900 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Truckee River below Derby Dam?
The Truckee River below Derby Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10351600) 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 Truckee River below Derby Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Truckee River below Derby Dam is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Truckee River rises?
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Where is the Truckee River below Derby Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washoe County, Nevada at coordinates 39.5846°N, 119.4413°W. USGS site number: 10351600. 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.
- Reported historic crests have been estimated using recent ratings due to previous channel, location and/or datum changes. USGS observed crests can be found at: waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/rt Please also see Additional Information tab at the bottom of this page.