Major Flood
13.5 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
12.5 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
8.6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13.5 ft
major flood stage, expect widespread flooding along the North Santiam River from Gates downstream to Stayton.
11 ft
expect minor flooding of low-lying areas along the North Santiam from Gates downstream to Stayton.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 5, 1923 | 17.5 ft | — |
| Nov 19, 1921 | 17.5 ft | — |
| Mar 31, 1931 | 16 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MEHO3
River
N Santiam River
County
Marion, OR
Coordinates
44.7892°N, 122.6186°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of N Santiam River at Mehama?
The N Santiam River at Mehama gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14183000) 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 N Santiam River at Mehama?
The NWS-defined flood stage for N Santiam River at Mehama is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 8.6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12.5 feet, and major flooding at 13.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when N Santiam River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add N Santiam River at Mehama 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 N Santiam River at Mehama gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marion County, Oregon at coordinates 44.7892°N, 122.6186°W. USGS site number: 14183000. 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