LOWER PIRU CREEK (OULET AT PYRAMID RESERVOIR) TO PIRU RESERVOIR
34.52, -118.76
Last Updated:
2024-12-07
National Weather Service • Until 2024-12-07T10:30:00-08:00
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FOR MUCH OF LOS ANGELES AND VENTURA COUNTIES 10 AM MONDAY UNTIL 6 PM WEDNESDAY DUE TO MODERATE TO LOCALLY STRONG SANTA ANA WINDS AND VERY LOW HUMIDITIES... .As surface high pressure builds into the Great Basin, Santa Ana winds are expected to increase late Monday morning or afternoon, then peak Monday night into Tuesday night. Offshore winds are expected to persist some by Wednesday, but very dir will persist. With the strong likelihoold of widespread single digit humidities with this event, confidence is increasing for a long duration Red Flag event. In addition, there is the potential for a high end Red Flag event across some of the windiest areas Monday night through Tuesday night, as localized wind gusts of 50 to 65 mph could overlap with single digit humidities across the western San Gabriels, Santa Susanas, and western Santa Monicas. The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard has issued a Fire Weather Watch for gusty Santa Ana winds and very low relative humidity, which is in effect from late Monday morning through Wednesday afternoon. * WINDS...Santa Ana winds expected to increase sharply late Monday morning or afternoon, then peaking Monday night through Tuesday night when speeds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts of 35 to 50 mph will likely be common, including typical wind prone coastal areas. Isolated gusts as high as 55 to 65 mph during peak in the windiest locations, such as the western San Gabriels, Santa Susanas, and western Santa Monicas. Offshore winds expected to diminish some on Wednesday. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Humidities are expected to lower to around 15 percent in many areas by Monday afternoon, with widespread humidities of 5 to 10 percent likely from Monday night or Tuesday and persisting into Wednesday, with isolated readings as low as 3 percent possible. * IMPACTS...If fire ignition occurs, conditions are favorable for rapid fire spread and extreme fire behavior which would threaten life and property.
Lower Piru Creek is a popular whitewater river run in California that stretches from the outlet at Pyramid Reservoir to Piru Reservoir. It is rated as a Class III-IV river, with a recommended streamflow range of 200-500 cfs. The segment mileage of this run is approximately 8 miles, with various obstacles and rapids along the way.
One of the significant rapids on the Lower Piru Creek is the Devil's Gate, which is a Class IV rapid that requires technical maneuvering. Other notable rapids include the Triple Threat, a Class III rapid, and the Staircase, which is a Class III-IV rapid. The river run is known for its scenic views and challenging rapids.
There are specific regulations that users must adhere to when visiting the Lower Piru Creek. For instance, visitors are required to obtain a permit from the Bureau of Land Management before accessing the river. Additionally, visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles while on the river and to pack out all trash.
In conclusion, Lower Piru Creek is an exciting river run that offers challenging rapids and stunning views. The recommended streamflow range is 200-500 cfs, and the river is rated as a Class III-IV. Visitors must obtain a permit from the Bureau of Land Management before accessing the river and practice Leave No Trace principles while on the river.
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| Last Updated | 2024-12-07 |
| River Levels | 35 cfs (3.35 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 35% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11109600 |
