California Flow Report


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March 18 2024

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California Flow Report

March 18 2024



Streamflow levels across California are currently 84.0% of normal, with the Sacramento R A Rio Vista Ca reporting the highest discharge in the state with 50700cfs and gauge stage of 5.93 ft. Meanwhile, the Coachella Cn A All American Cn Div Nr Holtville Ca is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 180.95% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 354cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Turlock Cn Nr La Grange Ca, currently reporting a stage of ft. The Rio Hondo Ab Whittier Narrows Dam Ca in the Los Angeles watershed is surging for this time of year at 207cfs, about 296.7% of normal.


Surface Flow Characteristics


California has a diverse hydrological system with major surface flows, including the Sacramento and San Joaquin River systems, which provide water to the agricultural heartland. The state has numerous reservoirs and dams, including the Oroville Dam, which is the tallest in the US. California's climate is characterized by long periods of drought, punctuated by occasional heavy rainfall events. The state's hydrology is heavily influenced by snowpack, which accumulates in the Sierra Nevada mountains during the winter and provides a critical source of water during the dry season. The state's watersheds are also important, with the Sacramento River being the largest, providing water to much of Northern California. Overall, California's water management is complex and requires careful planning to balance the competing demands of agriculture, urban areas, and the environment.


Streamgauge Profile

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California Storm Center

Statewide Warnings & Alerts
INNER WATERS FROM POINT MUGU TO SAN MATEO PT. CA ...
For the following areas... Inner waters from Point Mugu to San Mateo Pt. CA including Santa Catalina and Anacapa Islands... At 441 PM PDT, a cluster of strong thunderstorms were overspreading the warned area from San Pedro to San Clemente and out to Catalina Island, moving southwest at 20 knots. ...


Popular Whitewater Destinations

River Run Status Streamflow (CFS) Air Temp (F)
45.52
Chili Bar
Class III to IV
RUNNABLE 1390 65
RUNNABLE 1390 65
RUNNABLE 1390 65
51.55
RUNNABLE 1390 65
42.19
RUNNABLE 2550 51
RUNNABLE 817 51
54.16
RUNNABLE 3690 48
TOO HIGH 1020 63
323 46
The Gorge
Class III to III+
48.74
RUNNABLE 1390 65
RUNNABLE 1390 65

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