Smith River at Jed Smith near Crescent City

Last updated: Jul 3, 2025, 1:05 PM UTC
No watches, warnings or advisories are in effect for this area.

Flood Impacts 🅘

  • 39 - Extensive and severe flooding of all areas near the river will occur. Significant damage to roads, bridges and other structures near the river is likely. All low lying areas in and around the river will be flooded. All persons in the area should be prepared to take appropriate action to protect life and property.
  • 37 - Severe damage could be inflicted upon roads, bridges and other structures. All low lying areas in and around the river are likely to be flooded. Persons in these areas should be prepared to take appropriate actions to protect life and property.
  • 36 - Extensive is flooding possible along Highway 197 and US Highway 199 in the Gasquet area. Homes and campgrounds in these areas could be threatened, including portions of Jedediah Smith State Park.

Gauge Info

Coordinates 41.7915, -124.076
RFC CNRFC
State CA
WFO EKA
County Del Norte
Data Provider(s)
US Geological Survey USGS--Water Resources of the United States
USGS 11532500

Gauge Location

Recent Crests

1. 31.11 ft on 01-13-2024 (P)
2. 24.92 ft on 03-13-2023
3. 22.11 ft on 12-27-2022
4. 25.85 ft on 01-13-2021
5. 20.76 ft on 01-26-2020

Historic Crests

1. 38.40 ft on 12-22-1964
2. 35.60 ft on 01-22-1972
3. 35.00 ft on 03-02-1972
4. 34.30 ft on 12-22-1955
5. 33.00 ft on 10-29-1950

Vertical Datum Table

type NGVD29
major Flooding 116.26 ft
moderate Flooding 113.26 ft
minor Flooding 108.26 ft
action 104.26 ft
Latest Value 84.15 ft
Gauge Zero 79.26 ft

Gauge Photos

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Looking downstream.

Probability Information

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WFO Information

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