Major Flood
20 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Widespread flooding of low lands and structures at this stage.
16.5 ft
Homes in the city of drain begin to flood.
16 ft
At this stage low land flooding begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 1961 | 23.7 ft | 15,024 cfs |
| Jan 18, 1964 | 21.32 ft | 12,300 cfs |
| Nov 22, 1961 | 20.26 ft | 11,100 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elk creek near Drain?
The Elk creek near Drain gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14322000) 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 Elk creek near Drain?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elk creek near Drain is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elk creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elk creek near Drain to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Elk creek near Drain gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Oregon at coordinates 43.6408°N, 123.2983°W. USGS site number: 14322000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Douglas County Natural Resources, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey