Major Flood
25 ft
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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
22.4 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Expect major flooding from near the Canby gauge to the Willamette River. Historically, businesses along Hwy 99E in West Canby have been threatened by high water at this point. Flooding in the community of Barlow can be expected at this and higher stages, along with flooding of numerous homes and agricultural land. Channel migration is possible.
22.4 ft
Expect widespread flooding of agricultural land and secondary roads. Historically, buildings and other structures in the lower sections of the river near the Canby gauge to the confluence with the Pudding River begin to flood at this point. Bank scour along the river is possible.
20 ft
Expect flooding of low-lying agricultural land from Canby downstream to the confluence with the Pudding River. Some secondary roads and a few structures may begin to flood.
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 21, 1964 | 26.76 ft | 43,600 cfs |
| Jan 20, 1972 | 25.45 ft | 36,200 cfs |
| Nov 23, 1960 | 25 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CANO3
River
Molalla River
County
Clackamas, OR
Coordinates
45.2442°N, 122.6875°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Molalla River near Canby?
The Molalla River near Canby gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14200000) 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 near Canby?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Molalla River near Canby is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22.4 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Molalla River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Molalla River near Canby 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 Molalla River near Canby gauge located?
The gauge is located in Clackamas County, Oregon at coordinates 45.2442°N, 122.6875°W. USGS site number: 14200000. 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