2025-12-22T12:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following counties, Shasta and Tehama. * WHEN...Until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 943 PM PST, local law enforcement continues to report roadway flooding in the advisory area. Overflowing poor drainage areas have already caused minor flooding in the advisory area. Between 3 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include...Redding, Red Bluff, Palo Cedro, Shasta Dam, Yolla Bolly District Rs, Shasta Lake, Anderson, Olinda, Centerville, Keswick, Central Valley, Central Valley Cdp, Igo, Mountain Gate, Millville, Whiskeytown, Ono, O'brien, Dairyville and Rosewood. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 2,500 and 6,000 cubic feet per second (cfs), which provides the perfect balance of excitement and safety.
The class rating of this river run is Class III, which means it is suitable for intermediate-level rafters who have some previous whitewater experience. The segment mileage is approximately 8.5 miles, starting at the Irongate Dam and ending at Dog Creek.
The Whitewater River Run features several specific river rapids and obstacles, including the Wildcat Rapid, the Devil's Staircase, and the Rattlesnake Rapid. These rapids are typically rated as Class III, with some sections reaching Class IV during high water flows.
To ensure the safety of all visitors, specific regulations apply to the area. All rafters are required to wear a personal flotation device and a helmet while on the river. Additionally, visitors must follow all guidelines set forth by the Bureau of Land Management and adhere to Leave No Trace principles to preserve the natural beauty of the area.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 10900 cfs (4.27 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 116% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 11377100 |
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