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Howard Slough

California · River

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

As of August 21, 2026, USGS gauge 11389500, 14.1 miles away, reports a streamflow of 7,460 ft³/s near Howard Slough but no water-temperature reading.

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 11389500, as of Aug 21, 7:45 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 7,700 ft³/s over 80 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 7:45 PM gauge-local time
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Streamflow
7,460 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
42.79 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 7,700 ft³/s over 80 years).

Official advisories

Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SACRAMENTO R A COLUSA CA (14.1 mi away), as of Aug 21, 7:45 PM gauge-local time.

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Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.