Major Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MOLO3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Minor Flood
10.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
EXPECT MAJOR FLOODING OF SEVERAL HOMES AND STRUCTURES IN THE SHADY DELL NEIGHBORHOOD, ALONG WITH FLOODING OF FEYRER PARK AND POSSIBLY THE WESTERN APPROACH TO THE SHADY DELL BRIDGE OVER THE MOLALLA RIVER.
10.5 ft
EXPECT MINOR FLOODING IN THE SHADY DELL NEIGHBORHOOD, WITH FLOOD WATERS THREATENING THE LOWEST ELEVATION HOMES IN THE AREA.
9 ft
EXPECT SOME INUNDATION OF LOW-LYING PROPERTY IN THE SHADY DELL NEIGHBORHOOD EAST OF MOLALLA.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
MOLO3
River
Molalla River
County
Clackamas, OR
Coordinates
45.1386°N, 122.5336°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Molalla River at Shady Dell near Molalla 2ESE?
The Molalla River at Shady Dell near Molalla 2ESE gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Molalla River at Shady Dell near Molalla 2ESE?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Molalla River at Shady Dell near Molalla 2ESE is 10.5 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Molalla River rises?
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Where is the Molalla River at Shady Dell near Molalla 2ESE gauge located?
The gauge is located in Clackamas County, Oregon at coordinates 45.1386°N, 122.5336°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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