Major Flood
27 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
25 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28.5 ft
Record flood stage. Major flooding is occurring.
27.7 ft
Major flooding is occurring. Widespread flooding of low-lying structures and pasture land.
22 ft
Cow Creek is at flood stage. Flooding of low-lying fields and structures begins at this point.
18 ft
Cow Creek is at bankfull stage.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 1950 | 28.5 ft | 41,100 cfs |
| Jan 14, 1974 | 28.17 ft | 38,400 cfs |
| Dec 21, 1964 | 27.67 ft | 37,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cow Creek near Riddle?
The Cow Creek near Riddle gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14310000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Cow Creek near Riddle?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cow Creek near Riddle is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cow Creek rises?
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Where is the Cow Creek near Riddle gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Oregon at coordinates 42.9235°N, 123.4290°W. USGS site number: 14310000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey