Is the San Benito River flooding?
The San Benito 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 San Benito 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 San Benito River near Willow Creek School CA. The highest level ever recorded there was 18.29 ft on 9 January 2023, carrying 4,500 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1938 (87 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.27 ft, 14.0 ft below that record.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Benito River near Willow Creek School CA | No flood stage defined | 4.27 ft | — | |
| San Benito River below Hospital Rd Bridge near Hollister CA | No flood stage defined | 6.25 ft | — |