Is the New River flooding?
The New River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in California. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the New River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all California river levels.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is New River at International Boundary at Calexico CA. The highest level ever recorded there was 18.92 ft on 25 August 2025, carrying 966 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1982 (44 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New River at International Boundary at Calexico CA | No current data | — | — | — |
| New River near Westmorland CA | No current data | — | — | — |