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
9.8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13.6 ft
Near record flooding
11.5 ft
Moderate flood stage impacting lowlands, pasture and farmland and rural roads adjacent to the river throughout the Wabuska area.
10.5 ft
Minor flood stage. Impacting lowlands, pasture, cropland and some rural roads throughout Wabuska area.
9.8 ft
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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 9, 1906 | 13.71 ft | 3,280 cfs |
| Jun 8, 2023 | 13.47 ft | 3,140 cfs |
| Jul 5, 1907 | 12.86 ft | 2,810 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Walker River near Wabuska?
The Walker River near Wabuska gauge is maintained by USGS (site 10301500) 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 Wabuska?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Walker River near Wabuska is 10.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9.8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11.5 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Walker River rises?
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Where is the Walker River near Wabuska gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lyon County, Nevada at coordinates 39.1525°N, 119.0989°W. USGS site number: 10301500. 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.