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2) At extremely low river flows, the "Observed (Raw Data)" may show readings below the lower end of the available rating table, while the "Observed (Simulated)" will only show values at the bottom of the rating table, creating a potential discrepancy between the two readings.
Near record to record flooding in Humboldt County. Most secondary roads near the river, bridges over some primary roads, long stretches of rail and many ranch buildings flood. The river is 2-5 miles wide through Humboldt County. Winnemucca is flooded between the UPRR on the west and Second Street on the east. The U.S. Highway 95 bridge in Winnemucca may be affected. Many homes and businesses flood in Winnemucca. Large losses of livestock in the area. Similar to the record flood of April 1984.
12.0 Feet
Major flooding, including in Winnemucca. All secondary roads, stretches of rail and some ranch buildings near the river flood. The river is 2-4 miles wide through Humboldt county. Lower parts of Winnemucca flood between the UPPR and Golconda Street on the west and Second Street on the east, but not including Interstate 80. Approximately a dozen homes and several businesses are affected. Large losses of livestock in the area. Greater than the flood of 1952 but not as severe as the record flood of 1984.
11.5 Feet
Major Flood Stage. Major flooding throughout the reach, except moderate flooding in lower portions of Winnemucca. Many rural roads near the river are flooded. Main area impacted is between the Union Pacific Railroad and Golconda Street on the west and Second Street on the east, but not including Interstate 80. Homes and basements begin to experience flooding. This would be similar to the floods of June 1983 and April 2017.
11.0 Feet
Moderate to major lowland flooding throughout the reach. Many rural roads near the river are flooded. Minor to moderate flooding occurs in lower portions of Winnemucca. Main area impacted is between the Union Pacific Railroad and Golconda Street on the west and Second Street on the east, beneath Interstate 80. This would be similar to flooding in February 2017 and early June 2023.
10.5 Feet
Moderate Flood Stage. Moderate lowland flooding throughout the reach, with some rural roads flooded. Minor flooding in the lower parts of Winnemucca with storm drain backups along First and Second Streets. Main area impacted is between the Union Pacific Railroad and Second street beneath Interstate 80. Property damage in Winnemucca is minimal.
10.0 Feet
Minor to moderate lowland flooding throughout the reach. Some rural roads near the river begin to flood. Very minor flooding begins in Winnemucca with storm drain backups along First Street, and the lowest parts of town begin to flood.
9.5 Feet
Minor Flood Stage. Minor lowland flooding throughout the reach. No flooding in Winnemucca.
9.0 Feet
Very minor lowland flooding along the reach. No flooding in Winnemucca.
8.5 Feet
Monitoring Stage. Some very minor flooding occurs at scattered locations along the reach. No flooding occurs in Winnemucca.
8.0 Feet
No flooding in the reach.
7.5 Feet
No flooding in the reach.
7.0 Feet
No flooding in the reach.
Official 7 Day National Weather Service Forecast (NVZ030)
Tonight: Mostly clear. Lows 46 to 52. West winds up to 10 mph shifting to the northwest after midnight.
Friday: Warmer. Mostly sunny. Highs 76 to 86. East winds up to 5 mph shifting to the south 5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy. Lows 49 to 55. Southwest winds up to 10 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the evening.
Saturday: Mostly sunny. Highs 77 to 87. Southwest winds up to 10 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph with gusts to around 40 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: Breezy. Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s. Southwest winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts to around 40 mph decreasing to 5 to 15 mph after midnight.
Sunday: Windy. Mostly sunny. Patchy blowing dust in the afternoon. Highs 69 to 79.
Sunday Night: Breezy, colder. Partly cloudy. Patchy blowing dust in the evening. Lows 39 to 45.
Monday: Breezy, cooler. Partly sunny. Scattered snow showers in the morning, then scattered rain showers in the afternoon. Highs 53 to 63. Chance of precipitation 50 percent.
Monday Night: Mostly cloudy with scattered rain showers and snow showers. Lows in the mid 30s. Chance of precipitation 50 percent.
Tuesday: Partly sunny. Scattered rain showers and snow showers. Highs 49 to 59. Chance of precipitation 50 percent.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy in the evening then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 30s.
Wednesday: Warmer. Mostly sunny. Highs 55 to 65.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 30s.
Thursday: Warmer, sunny. Highs 61 to 71.
Product Disclaimer
This river graphic is not intended to serve as a
substitute for official flood watches, warnings, advisories, or statements
issued by the NWS Elko Weather Forecast Office. Observations
are preliminary and subject to change. River levels identified as "forecast"
should be consistent with those contained in official NWS products.
River levels identified as "guidance" have significant uncertainty
due to future weather or reservoir regulation and are provided for planning
purposes only.
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