Major Flood
7 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
6.4 ft
Minor Flood
5.9 ft
Action Stage
5.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Major flooding from Weber Dam to Walker Lake, including Schurz. Roads, bridges and lowest structures in Schurz area flood.
6.4 ft
Moderate flooding below Weber Reservoir impacting agricutural land and access roads. River Bank instablilty may cause additional impacts.
5.9 ft
Flood Stage. Minor Lowland Flooding
5.5 ft
Monitor Stage, some very minor flooding of lowlands between Weber Dam and Walker Lake.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1995 | 7.18 ft | 2,290 cfs |
| May 26, 2006 | 6.92 ft | 2,020 cfs |
| Jun 19, 1998 | 6.57 ft | 1,700 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Walker River near Schurz?
The Walker River near Schurz gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10302002) 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 Walker River near Schurz?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Walker River near Schurz is 5.9 feet. Action stage begins at 5.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6.4 feet, and major flooding at 7 feet.
How do I get alerts when Walker River rises?
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Where is the Walker River near Schurz gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mineral County, Nevada at coordinates 38.9402°N, 118.8038°W. USGS site number: 10302002. 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.