2026-01-04T17:00:00-07:00
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Summary
Total streamflow across the
Sisquoc River
was last observed at
700
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,388
acre-ft of water today; about 100%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
700 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2024-02-05 when daily discharge volume was observed at
5,530 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Sisquoc R Nr Sisquoc Ca
reporting a streamflow rate of 700 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Sisquoc R Nr Garey
with a gauge stage of 8.91 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Sisquoc River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 627 ft, the
Sisquoc R Nr Sisquoc Ca.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-01-02 |
| Discharge Volume | 1,388 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
700.0 cfs
+488.0 cfs (+230.19%) |
| Percent of Normal | 100.0% |
| Maximum |
5,530.0 cfs
2024-02-05 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sisquoc R Nr Sisquoc Ca
USGS 11138500 |
700 cfs | 3.23 ft | 230.19 | |||||
|
Sisquoc R Nr Garey
USGS 11140000 |
689 cfs | 8.91 ft | 280.66 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has a rich history as it was once inhabited by Chumash Indians and later served as a vital transportation route for Spanish explorers. The river is fed by several creeks and springs, making it an important hydrological resource for the region. The Twitchell Reservoir and Jameson Reservoir are two major dam and reservoir systems on the Sisquoc River that are used for agricultural irrigation purposes. The river also supports recreational activities such as camping, hiking, and fishing. Despite its importance, the Sisquoc River faces threats from habitat destruction and water pollution, and efforts are being made to conserve and restore this valuable resource.