Major Flood
13 ft
Current Water Level
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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
11.5 ft
Minor Flood
10.5 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10.5 ft
Flood Stage; Minor flooding.
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 | 15.42 ft | 21,200 cfs |
| Feb 18, 1986 | 13.94 ft | 16,300 cfs |
| Feb 1, 1963 | 13.3 ft | 14,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Truckee River near Nixon?
The Truckee River near Nixon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10351700) 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 Nixon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Truckee River near Nixon is 10.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11.5 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Truckee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Truckee River near Nixon to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Truckee River near Nixon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washoe County, Nevada at coordinates 39.7774°N, 119.3375°W. USGS site number: 10351700. 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.