Major Flood
14 ft
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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
13.5 ft
Minor Flood
12.5 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15.85 ft
Flood of record at Mogul gage, 1/2/1997; 17,600 cfs.
15 ft
Flood disaster in Reno and throughout the Truckee Meadows. About 15700 cfs.
14 ft
Major flooding, about 13500 cfs.
13.5 ft
Moderate flooding, about 12500 cfs.
12.5 ft
Flood Stage; minor flooding. About 10500 cfs.
10 ft
Monitoring stage, about 5300 cfs.
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 1, 1997 | 15.85 ft | 17,500 cfs |
| Dec 30, 2005 | 13.15 ft | 11,800 cfs |
| Jan 9, 2017 | 12.58 ft | 10,592 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Truckee River near Mogul?
The Truckee River near Mogul gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10347460) 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 near Mogul?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Truckee River near Mogul is 12.5 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13.5 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Truckee River rises?
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Where is the Truckee River near Mogul gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washoe County, Nevada at coordinates 39.5071°N, 119.9319°W. USGS site number: 10347460. 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.