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Feb. 19, 2024

Valley Water remains in monitoring mode as storm conditions shift.

Valley Water staff is monitoring the potential storm impact on our waterways and reservoirs. Coordinated communications with partner agencies throughout Santa Clara County, including the City of San José, are ongoing. The National Weather Service reports that while a flood watch is still in effect due to localized storm potential, overall rainfall is lower today and tomorrow. A wind advisory through tonight is in effect as gusts of up to 50 mph are anticipated. For the latest updates on the weather forecast, please visit the National Weather Service website.

 

Feb. 18, 2024

The National Weather Service is forecasting heavy rainfall through 5 a.m. Monday.

Valley Water staff continues monitoring the potential impact the latest storm has on our waterways and reservoirs, as minor flooding in some areas is anticipated. Coordinated communications with jurisdictions in Santa Clara County, including the City of San José, are ongoing to share information on potential rises in creeks and rivers.

We encourage residents to prepare by signing up for ALERTSCC for up-to-date information and to find where to get sandbags to protect property, especially in areas with high flooding risk.                                   

Visit valleywater.org/floodready to:

  • Learn if your home or business is in a Special Flood Hazard Area.
  • Register for Santa Clara County’s emergency alert system, AlertSCC.
  • Access Valley Water's ALERT system to see stream and reservoir levels in real time.
  • Locate free, filled sandbags.
  • Report spills, blockages, or dumping in creeks.

For updates on the weather forecast, please visit the National Weather Service website.

Be alert, be prepared, and ready to take action!

Feb. 4, 2024

The National Weather Service has updated the forecast for the Guadalupe River at Almaden to peak below flood stage. Valley Water will continue to monitor the river levels. You can follow the real-time gauge here: https://alert.valleywater.org/?p=sensor&sid=5023.2&disc=f

Feb. 4, 2024

Valley Water’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activated on Sunday morning to continue monitoring the current storm.

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for the Guadalupe River above Almaden Expressway in San Jose through Sunday at 7:15 p.m. The impact area will be upstream of Alma Avenue bridge into the Elk's Lodge parking lot, north along Lelong Street, west near Minnesota Avenue downstream of Alma Avenue. Properties south of the old UPRR alignment in the northern Cross neighborhood and Thousand Oaks Park are also at risk of flooding.  

As of 6 a.m., water levels in the Guadalupe River are below monitoring stage. Valley Water is releasing water from Stevens Creek and Almaden Reservoirs in anticipation of the storms. As of 6 a.m., none of our reservoirs are spilling or near spilling.

Valley Water continues to monitor stream flows and water levels. Currently, areas of concern include:

  • Sunnyvale East
  • Guadalupe River at Alma
  • Ross Creek

Valley Water anticipates the heaviest rain to occur Sunday sometime between mid-morning and early afternoon.

Valley Water’s Field Information Teams are out keeping eyes on the waterways. Crews are working to clear any debris that can obstruct flow in our creeks and rivers. Sandbag locations are stocked and staff will be filling additional bags as needed.

Valley Water continues working with the City of San Jose and the County of Santa Clara to coordinate our responses. 

Valley Water encourages everyone to prepare by signing up for emergency alerts and knowing where to get sandbags to protect their property, especially in areas with high flooding risk. Visit valleywater.org/floodready for more information.

Feb. 3, 2024

In response to the potential impacts of Sunday’s storm, Valley Water is monitoring our reservoirs and waterways overnight and will open our Emergency Operations Center early Sunday.

The National Weather Service currently has Santa Clara County under a flood watch through Monday morning.

NWS also issued a flood warning for the Guadalupe River above Almaden Expressway in San Jose. Moderate flooding is now forecast shortly after 5 am Sunday, cresting to just above moderate flood stage around 10 am Sunday.  

The impact area will be upstream of Alma Avenue bridge into the Elk's Lodge parking lot, north along Lelong Street, west near Minnesota Avenue downstream of Alma Avenue. Properties south of the old UPRR alignment in the northern Cross neighborhood and Thousand Oaks Park are also at risk of flooding.  

We encourage everyone in that area to be prepared with sandbags: https://www.valleywater.org/flooding-safety/flood-ready/sandbags and also to sign up for emergency alerts: https://www.valleywater.org/flooding-safety/flood-ready/sign-emergency-alerts  

You can also monitor rain, stream and reservoir gauges here: https://alert.valleywater.org/?p=map

Visit valleywater.org/floodready for more information.

 

January 30, 2024

National Weather Service forecasts moderate-to-heavy rainfall and possible urban flooding in high-risk areas

The National Weather Service is forecasting moderate to heavy rain from Wednesday, January 31, into Thursday morning, with the probability of 2-3 inches of rain falling in Santa Clara County. The risk from this system is forecasted to be moderate based on the current outlook.

Visit valleywater.org/floodready to:

• Learn if your home or business is in a Special Flood Hazard Area.

• Register for Santa Clara County’s emergency alert system, AlertSCC.

• Access Valley Water’s ALERT system to see stream and reservoir levels in real time.

• Locate free, filled sandbags.

• Report spills, blockages, or dumping in creeks.

Valley Water employees are working hard to ensure our waterways remain clear of debris and blockages. Our hydrologists are monitoring the storm and its impacts on our reservoirs and waterways and potential flooding in high-risk areas.

We encourage you to prepare by signing up for ALERTSCC for up-to-date information and to find where to get sandbags to protect your property, especially in areas with high flooding risk.

For updates on the weather forecast, please visit the National Weather Service website.

Be alert, be prepared, and ready to take action!