Flood Warning Issued for Sacramento River in Tehama County Through Thursday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Sacramento CA has issued a Flood Warning for the Sacramento River. This alert is in effect from Tuesday evening, February 24, until late Thursday morning, February 26.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically affects Tehama County, California, with primary impacts focused on:

• Sacramento River at Tehama Bridge
• Sacramento River at Vina Woodson Bridge

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the area are advised to take the following precautions:

• Turn around, don’t drown: Never attempt to drive through flooded roads. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.
• Avoid flooded areas: Stay away from the riverbanks and low-lying areas near the Sacramento River.
• Monitor conditions: Stay tuned for further updates from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is forecast for the Upper Sacramento River system. Specific conditions include:

• River Stage: As of 7:00 PM PST Tuesday, the stage was 206.1 feet. The river is expected to rise above the flood stage of 209.5 feet.
• Crest: The river is forecast to reach a crest of 212.4 feet on Wednesday morning.
• Impacts: At levels between 210 and 211 feet, the local county park will become inaccessible. At 211 feet, water is expected to enter the Driftwood RV fishing resort located on the east bank of the river, just north of the county park.

Timeline

• Effective Date: February 24, 2026, at 7:47 PM PST
• Onset of Flood Stage: Late Tuesday evening, February 24
• Peak Crest: Wednesday morning, February 25
• Recession: The river is expected to fall below flood stage Wednesday afternoon.
• Alert Expiration: The warning remains in effect until Thursday, February 26, at 9:52 AM PST.