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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.
Most unelevated roads and intersections in Mission Valley are flooded and impassable. Widespread damage to businesses, residences and roads throughout Mission Valley. Water will reach up to Highway 163.
13.5 Feet
Portions of Hotel Circle Road North under water. Qualcomm Way flooded and may close. Snapdragon Stadium parking may flood (likely not now) and water may back up on Chollas Creek. Mission Gorge Road at low water crossing closed with 1-2 feet of flowing water. Mission Center Road will have 2-3 feet of flowing water. Hotel Circle Road has areas of standing water.
12.0 Feet
Even more extensive road flooding occurs in and around Mission Valley. Qualcomm Way, Camino Del Este, Ward Road, and Mission Gorge Rd flooded. Mission Trolley Station flooded and may close due to flowing water. I-5 on and off ramps flooded at the San Diego River and Pacific Highway. Mission Center Road may begin flooding with debris on railings. Fashion Valley Trolley Station surrounded by water. 2 feet of water flowing over Fashion Valley Road across gates. Old golf course has been flooded at this level.
11.0 Feet
The parking garages in Fashion Valley Mall can have up to 3 feet of water on the lowest levels. Water may begin to surround area hotels such as the River Leaf Inn. The Mission Trolley Station on Ward Road may begin to flood. Flooding begins on Camino De La Reina (under Highway 163).
10.0 Feet
More extensive flooding begins at this level, more than just low lying areas. Fashion Valley Mall parking garage is taking on water at the lower levels, with 1 to 2 feet of water in the garage. Water on the Town and Country hotel parking lot adjacent to the river and USGS gage.
9.0 Feet
More extensive low lying road flooding begins in and around Fashion Valley including Fashion Valley Road. Parking structures in and around Fashion Valley Mall can begin to take on water at the lowest levels.
7.5 Feet
Action stage. The first real impacts are seen on the San Diego River at this level. Low lying roads in and around Fashion Valley Mall begin to take on water. Avenida Del Rio is the first road to begin flooding.
Official 7 Day National Weather Service Forecast (CAZ043)
Today: Mostly sunny. Highs 65 to 68 near the coast to 69 inland. Areas of winds north 10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear. Lows 44 to 47. Areas of winds northeast 10 to 15 mph. Gusts to 25 mph in the evening.
Monday: Mostly sunny. Highs around 70 near the coast to 71 inland. Areas of winds northeast 10 to 15 mph with gusts to 25 mph.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy. Lows 47 to 52. Areas of winds east 10 to 15 mph with gusts to 30 mph.
Tuesday: Partly cloudy. Highs 71 to 75. Areas of winds east 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph becoming north 10 to 15 mph with gusts to 25 mph in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy in the evening and becoming mostly cloudy. Lows 50 to 55.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the morning, then a chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs 66 to 70 near the coast to 70 to 73 inland.
Wednesday Night: Cloudy. A chance of showers in the evening, then showers likely overnight. Lows 52 to 56.
New Years Day: Showers likely. Highs 65 to 69.
Thursday Night: Showers likely. Lows 53 to 57.
Friday: Showers likely. Highs 64 to 67.
Friday Night: Cloudy. Showers likely. Lows 53 to 56.
Saturday: Cloudy in the morning and becoming partly cloudy. A chance of showers. Highs 63 to 66.
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 San Diego 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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