ESFLKN Near record warmth is expected in portions of Northern and Central Nevada thru the end of the week. This will accelerate snowmelt and enhance runoff into area creeks and rivers. Creeks and rivers that are susceptible to rapid water level rises will be most impacted. Waterways affected include, but are not limited to, Martin Creek in Humboldt County, the Owyhee River in Elko County, the Bruneau River in Elko County, and Salmon Falls Creek in Elko County. Wildhorse Dam is expected to reach Action stage (9.0 feet and 6,205 feet, respectively) and Salmon Falls Creek is expected to rise close to Action stage Friday into Saturday. Action stage is the level which some type of mitigation is needed in preparation for possible minor flooding. Water may cause minor impacts and be a nuisance to persons near the creek. However, at this time, Salmon Falls Creek and Wildhorse Dam are not anticipated to reach minor flood stage (10.0 feet and 6,208 feet, respectively). Residents and outdoor enthusiasts are urged to exercise caution when walking near rapidly flowing, cold water. Hypothermia can occur quickly if someone were to fall into cold, swift water with risk of also being carried downstream.
