Major Flood
14 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
expect widespread flooding of residential and commercial areas along Johnson Creek.
13 ft
expect flooding to begin at numerous locations along Johnson Creek. Evacuations of several homes have historically taken place at this and higher stages.
11 ft
minor flooding begins along Johnson Creek between SE 92nd Street to SE 122nd Street and between Johnson Creek and SE Harold Street.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 7, 2015 | 15.33 ft | 2,740 cfs |
| Nov 18, 1996 | 15.3 ft | 2,550 cfs |
| Jan 2, 2009 | 14.69 ft | 2,430 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SYCO3
River
Johnson Creek
County
Multnomah, OR
Coordinates
45.4775°N, 122.5083°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Johnson Creek near Sycamore?
The Johnson Creek near Sycamore gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14211500) 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 Johnson Creek near Sycamore?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Johnson Creek near Sycamore is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Johnson Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Johnson Creek near Sycamore 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 Johnson Creek near Sycamore gauge located?
The gauge is located in Multnomah County, Oregon at coordinates 45.4775°N, 122.5083°W. USGS site number: 14211500. 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