+1.7 cfs (+4.43%) since yesterday
53.3% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Santa Clara River
was last observed at
40
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
80
acre-ft of water today; about 53%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
75 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-03-16 when daily discharge volume was observed at
6,163 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Santa Clara River Near Pine Valley
reporting a streamflow rate of 40.1 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Santa Clara River Abv Baker Res Nr Central
with a gauge stage of 11.5 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Santa Clara River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 6,630 ft, the
Santa Clara River Near Pine Valley.
Last Updated
2024-05-04
Streamflow
40.1 cfs
Percent of Normal
53.3%
Maximum
6,163.3 cfs
2023-03-16
About the santa clara river
The Santa Clara River is a 83-mile-long river located in Southern California, USA. Historically, the river was home to the Tataviam and Chumash Native American tribes. Today, it serves as a crucial source of water for agricultural purposes, providing irrigation to over 2,000 acres of farmland in the area. The river is also home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Castaic Dam, which was built in 1972 and holds over 325,000-acre-feet of water. The hydrology of the Santa Clara River has been impacted by ongoing drought in the region, leading to decreased water flow and lower reservoir levels. Recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping are popular along the river, and efforts are ongoing to protect and restore its natural habitats.