Is the San Lorenzo Creek flooding?

California · 2 gauges · California river levels

The San Lorenzo Creek 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 Lorenzo Creek 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.

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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 San Lorenzo C below Bitterwater C near King City CA. The highest level ever recorded there was 20.82 ft on 9 January 2023, carrying 13,200 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1959 (67 annual peaks). It is currently at 6.33 ft, 14.5 ft below that record.

Drains 233 sq mi · gauge elevation 429 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
San Lorenzo C below Bitterwater C near King City CANo flooding6.33 ft
San Lorenzo C above Don Castro Reservoir near Castro V CANo flood stage defined4.97 ft
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.