Slab Creek
RESERVOIR REPORT
September 29 2023None
None% todayNone% of Normal • Very Low
Water levels at Slab Creek are currently None , about None% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately None. View historical levels.
Slab Creek is a California creek that flows through the Eldorado National Forest. The creek has a rich history of gold mining, logging, and hydroelectric power generation. The hydrology of Slab Creek is primarily fed by snowpacks and surface flow, with the creek providing water to the South Fork American River. The snowpacks in the region are an important source of water for the creek, which also contributes to the agricultural industry in the surrounding area. Recreational activities, such as fishing and hiking, are popular in the region. The creek is also used for whitewater rafting, kayaking, and canoeing. The Slab Creek Reservoir is a significant feature in the region, providing drinking water and hydroelectric power to the surrounding communities.

Geolocation | -120.699, 38.772 |
Elevation | 1,850 ft |
24hr Change | None% |
Percent of Normal | None% |
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AREA SURFACE FLOWS
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Stage |
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DRY C A VERNON ST BRIDGE A ROSEVILLE CA | 159 cfs | 10.3 ft |
HUTCHINSON C BL DOOLITTLE DR NR MARYSVILLE CA | 5 cfs | 0.5 ft |
PILOT C BL MUTTON CANYON NR GEORGETOWN CA | 2 cfs | 3.0 ft |
BLACKWOOD C NR TAHOE CITY CA | 3 cfs | 7.8 ft |
WARD C AT HWY 89 NR TAHOE PINES CA | 1 cfs | 5.2 ft |
AMERICAN R A FAIR OAKS CA | 2,970 cfs | 7.3 ft |