Total streamflow across the
Truckee River
was last observed at
5,829
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
11,561
acre-ft of water today; about 133%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
4,370 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2017-05-06 when daily discharge volume was observed at
62,940 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Truckee River Nr Tracy
reporting a streamflow rate of 819 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Truckee River, with a gauge stage of
7.77 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 13 different streamgauging stations along the Truckee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 6,235 ft, the
Truckee R A Tahoe City Ca.
The Truckee River is a 121-mile-long river located in California and Nevada. It begins at Lake Tahoe and flows through the Sierra Nevada Mountains, eventually ending in Pyramid Lake. The river has a rich history, with Native American tribes, such as the Paiute and Washoe, utilizing the area for fishing and hunting. Today, the Truckee River serves as a crucial source of water for agricultural irrigation and drinking water for the surrounding communities. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Boca Reservoir and the Stampede Reservoir, which regulate water flow and provide hydroelectric power. In addition to its practical uses, the Truckee River is also a popular destination for recreational activities, such as fishing, kayaking, and camping.
Last Updated | 2025-02-17 |
Discharge Volume | 11,561 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
5,828.7 cfs
+59.0 cfs (+1.02%) |
Percent of Normal | 133.37% |
Maximum |
62,940.0 cfs
2017-05-06 |
Seasonal Avg | 4,370 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Truckee R A Tahoe City Ca
USGS 10337500 |
52 cfs | 2.29 ft | 0 | |||||
Truckee R Nr Truckee Ca
USGS 10338000 |
131 cfs | 1.87 ft | 0 | |||||
Truckee R Bl Martis C Nr Truckee Ca
USGS 10339410 |
356 cfs | 4.33 ft | -3 | |||||
Truckee R A Boca Bridge Nr Truckee Ca
USGS 10344505 |
517 cfs | 6.52 ft | -2.08 | |||||
Truckee R A Farad Ca
USGS 10346000 |
537 cfs | 4.18 ft | -2.19 | |||||
Truckee River Nr Mogul
USGS 10347460 |
539 cfs | 6.21 ft | 4.46 | |||||
Truckee R At Reno
USGS 10348000 |
580 cfs | 4.93 ft | 7.21 | |||||
Truckee R Nr Sparks
USGS 10348200 |
595 cfs | 5.96 ft | 7.21 | |||||
Truckee R At Vista
USGS 10350000 |
760 cfs | 5.06 ft | 8.26 | |||||
Truckee River Nr Tracy
USGS 10350340 |
819 cfs | 7.77 ft | 14.87 | |||||
Truckee R Bl Derby Dam Nr Wadsworth
USGS 10351600 |
331 cfs | 2.82 ft | 8.88 | |||||
Truckee R At Wadsworth
USGS 10351650 |
305 cfs | 4.72 ft | -23.56 | |||||
Truckee R Nr Nixon
USGS 10351700 |
307 cfs | 3.66 ft | -25.67 |
The Truckee River is a river in the U.S. states of California and Nevada. The river flows northeasterly and is 121 miles (195 km) long. The Truckee is the sole outlet of Lake Tahoe and drains part of the high Sierra Nevada, emptying into Pyramid Lake in the Great Basin. Its waters are an important source of irrigation along its valley and adjacent valleys.