Merced River Basin
Major California river corridor • Headwaters to confluence • Premier paddling, fishery & agricultural water resource
Corridor Flow Overview
The Merced River in California is monitored by 1 active USGS river gauge. Flowing through iconic Yosemite Valley beneath Glacier Point and Half Dome, the Merced River is California's most famous Sierra snowmelt waterway.
Corridor Hydrological Gauges
Sequenced upstream to downstream along the primary river stem.
USGS ID
#11264500
Discharge
15.6 cfs
Stage
1.01 ft
Condition
Low| Station & Location | USGS ID | Discharge (CFS) | Stage (FT) | Condition Verdict | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merced River at Happy Isles Bridge near Yosemite, CA | #11264500 |
Basin Geographic Map
Real-time spatial visualization of all reporting stations on Merced River.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Merced River Water Levels & Flow
Direct answers about USGS river gauges, seasonal flow rates, and river conditions along the Merced River in California.
What are the current water levels and conditions on the Merced River in California?
ClearGauge monitors real-time water levels and streamflow across 1 USGS hydrological station along the Merced River in California. Streamflow stage (ft), discharge (CFS), and historical percentile verdicts are updated every 15 minutes.