TRUCKEE RIVER

TRUCKEE RIVER

River Levels Streamgages Weather


Total streamflow across the Truckee River was last observed at 4,567 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 9,059 acre-ft of water today; about 123% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,706 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 R A Farad Ca reporting a streamflow rate of 605 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Truckee River Nr Tracy with a gauge stage of 6.94 ft. 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.

July 26, 2024

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Last Updated 2024-07-26
Discharge Volume 9,059 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 4,567.0 cfs
-71.0 cfs (-1.53%)
Percent of Normal 123.24%
Maximum 62,940.0 cfs
2017-05-06
Seasonal Avg 3,706 cfs
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Truckee R A Tahoe City Ca
USGS 10337500
270 cfs 3.71 ft -1.46
Truckee R Nr Truckee Ca
USGS 10338000
258 cfs 2.29 ft -1.53
Truckee R Bl Martis C Nr Truckee Ca
USGS 10339410
310 cfs 4.23 ft -1.59
Truckee R A Boca Bridge Nr Truckee Ca
USGS 10344505
556 cfs 6.6 ft 15.11
Truckee R A Farad Ca
USGS 10346000
605 cfs 4.29 ft 16.35
Truckee River Nr Mogul
USGS 10347460
416 cfs 5.93 ft 21.28
Truckee R At Reno
USGS 10348000
333 cfs 4.29 ft -6.72
Truckee R Nr Sparks
USGS 10348200
333 cfs 5.36 ft 12.5
Truckee R At Vista
USGS 10350000
326 cfs 4.04 ft -1.21
Truckee River Nr Tracy
USGS 10350340
369 cfs 6.94 ft -16.33
Truckee R Bl Derby Dam Nr Wadsworth
USGS 10351600
322 cfs 2.86 ft -29.39
Truckee R At Wadsworth
USGS 10351650
369 cfs 4.98 ft -11.72
Truckee R Nr Nixon
USGS 10351700
358 cfs 3.82 ft -11.6

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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.



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