2026-03-05T18:00:00-07:00
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Summary
Total streamflow across the
Shasta River
was last observed at
594
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,178
acre-ft of water today; about 101%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
586 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-02-05 when daily discharge volume was observed at
3,307 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Shasta R Nr Yreka Ca
reporting a streamflow rate of 329 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Shasta River, with a gauge stage of
4.07 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Shasta River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,462 ft, the
Shasta R Nr Montague Ca.
15-Day Weather Outlook
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-03-04 |
| Discharge Volume | 1,178 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
594.0 cfs
-62.0 cfs (-9.45%) |
| Percent of Normal | 101.31% |
| Maximum |
3,307.0 cfs
2025-02-05 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Shasta R Nr Montague Ca
USGS 11517000 |
265 cfs | 2.82 ft | -3.64 | |||||
|
Shasta R Nr Yreka Ca
USGS 11517500 |
329 cfs | 4.07 ft | -13.65 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has a long history, as it was used by indigenous people for fishing, hunting, and gathering. In the 1850s, gold mining brought settlers to the area, and agriculture developed in the late 1800s. The river has two main reservoirs, the Dwinnell and the Shasta Reservoirs, which are used for irrigation, flood control, and hydroelectric power generation. The Shasta River also provides habitat for various fish species, including Chinook salmon and steelhead trout. Recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and camping are popular along the river, and agriculture remains an important part of the local economy. However, the river has faced challenges such as declining fish populations and water scarcity due to drought and increased demand for irrigation.