High Water Flows Through Red Bluff's East Sand Slough

Heavy rains earlier this week led to elevated water levels in the side channel

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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On Wednesday, high levels of water were observed flowing through the East Sand Slough in Red Bluff, California, after the region experienced heavy rainfall earlier in the week. The side channel, which runs parallel to Interstate 5, saw increased water diversion as a result of the storm.

Why it matters

The East Sand Slough is an important habitat for local salmon populations, so the high water levels are of interest to the community and conservation efforts in the area.

The details

The increased water flow through the East Sand Slough side channel was visible from Interstate 5, which runs parallel to the channel. By Thursday morning, the National Weather Service had lifted the flood warning for parts of Tehama County near Corning, and the forecast called for a mix of sun and clouds through Friday, with the potential for thunderstorms on Saturday.

  • On Wednesday, high levels of water could be seen flowing through Red Bluff's East Sand Slough.
  • On Thursday morning, the National Weather Service no longer showed a flood warning for parts of the county near Corning.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency that provides weather forecasts and warnings for the United States.

Tehama County Resource Conservation District

A local organization that works to conserve natural resources and support sustainable land management practices in Tehama County, California.

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The takeaway

The high water levels in the East Sand Slough highlight the importance of this side channel as a habitat for local salmon populations, and the community's ongoing efforts to monitor and conserve the area's natural resources.