Station Name: GENERAL C NR MEEKS BAY CA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 6,309 feet

Nearest Address:
Hwy 89
Tahoma, CA 95634
El Dorado County

GPS Coordinates: 39.05185197, -120.1185209

Nearby Water Temperatures

Avalanche Warning issued February 19 at 4:59AM PST by NWS Reno NV

Non-Weather Emergency Message. Not sent to IPAWS.

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 4:59 AM
Expires: Fri February 20, 2026, 5:00 AM

AVWREV The following message is transmitted at the request of the U.S. Forest Service Sierra Avalanche Center. The Sierra Avalanche Center in Truckee has issued a BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WARNING for the following areas: NWS Reno NV - NVZ002 (Greater Lake Tahoe)...CAZ072 (Greater Lake Tahoe (CA)) * WHAT...HIGH avalanche danger exists in the backcountry. Large avalanches are expected across backcountry terrain. * WHERE...Central Sierra Nevada Mountains between Yuba Pass (Hwy 49) on the north and Ebbetts Pass (Hwy 4) on the south, including the greater Lake Tahoe area. This does not include ski areas or highways where avalanche mitigation programs exist. * WHEN...In effect until Friday 5 AM PST. * IMPACTS...Rapidly accumulating snowfall, weak layers in the existing snowpack, and gale-force winds that blow and drift snow have created dangerous avalanche conditions in the mountains. Natural avalanches are likely, and human-triggered avalanches large enough to bury or injure people are very likely. * PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Traveling in, near, or below backcountry avalanche terrain is not recommended during HIGH avalanche danger. Consult https://www.sierraavalanchecenter.org/ or www.avalanche.org for more detailed information. Similar avalanche danger may exist at locations outside the coverage area of this or any avalanche center.

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 19 at 1:04PM PST until February 19 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 1:04 PM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches in the Tahoe Basin, with 12 to 18 inches above 7000 feet. Ridge top winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, have become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult with long delays and possible closures. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and evening commutes, with icy patches continuing overnight even after the snow ends. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow may produce poor visibility and near whiteout conditions at times especially in higher elevations.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 19 at 1:04PM PST until February 19 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 1:04 PM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations 1 to 4 inches below 5000 feet, with 3 to 6 inches for foothill areas above 5000 feet. Locally higher amounts around 8 inches from Washoe Valley to Virginia City due to heavier snow bands early this morning. Wind gusts up to 25 mph. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, have become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and evening commutes, with icy patches continuing overnight even after the snow ends. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow may produce limited visibility at times.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 19 at 12:20PM PST until February 19 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 12:20 PM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Additional heavy snow accumulation amounts range from up to 6 inches above 2000 to 3000 feet, and up to 1 foot above 4000 feet. Southwest wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Motherlode, Northeast Foothills, West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada, and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous to near impossible travel conditions with chain controls and road closures. Low visibility due to a combination of wind and heavy snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels remain around 1500-2500 feet today in the Sierra and southern Cascades today.

Check the latest road conditions from Caltrans online at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or dial 5 1 1.

Cold Weather Advisory issued February 19 at 12:16PM PST until February 20 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 12:16 PM
Expires: Fri February 20, 2026, 9:00 AM

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the single digits to teens in the mountains with 20s to around 30 degrees in the foothills. * WHERE...Burney Basin / Eastern Shasta County, Motherlode, Mountains Southwestern Shasta County to Western Colusa County, Northeast Foothills, Shasta Lake Area / Northern Shasta County, West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada, and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Very cold temperatures can lead to frostbite and hypothermia with prolonged exposure. This will especially impact those without power from the storm.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. If using a generator, please exercise safety. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.