Is the Santa Ynez River flooding?

California · 3 gauges · California river levels

The Santa Ynez River is tracked by 3 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 Santa Ynez River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 3 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 Santa Ynez River near Santa Ynez CA. The highest level ever recorded there was 22.00 ft on 25 January 1969, carrying 79,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1934 (45 annual peaks).

Drains 422 sq mi · gauge elevation 543 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Santa Ynez River near Santa Ynez CANo current data
Santa Ynez River below Gibraltar Dam near Santa Barbara CANo flood stage defined6.50 ft
Santa Ynez River below Los Laurls Cyn near Snta Ynez CANo flood stage defined3.53 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.