Is the Pit River flooding?

California · 2 gauges · California river levels

The Pit 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 Pit River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 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.

data refreshed 14 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Pit River near Canby CA. The highest level ever recorded there was 15.00 ft on 8 March 1904, carrying 13,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1904 (96 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.21 ft, 12.8 ft below that record.

Drains 1,431 sq mi · gauge elevation 4,270 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Pit River near Canby CANo flooding2.21 ft8.5 ft
Pit River below Pit No 1 Ph near Fall River Mills CANo current data
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.