Major Flood
15 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
13.5 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
expect widespread major flooding in and near Vernonia, several feet deep in some low-lying parts of town. Flooding at this level is comparable to the floods of February 1996 and December 2007. The areas of the city most susceptible to flooding include the central part near Bridge Street between Madison and Adams Avenues, along with east side of town near Alder, Cherry, and Elm Streets and Pebble Creek Road. Flooding is also likely south of Vernonia near the intersection of Highway 47 and Timber Road.
16.5 ft
expect major flooding in Vernonia, especially in the central part of town near Bridge Street and Madison, Jefferson, and Adams Avenues, along with the east part of town near Alder, Cherry, and Elm Streets. Also expect flooding south of town near the intersection of Hwy 47 and Sheely Creek Road. Flooding at this level is 1 to 2 feet below the depths experienced in February 1996 and December 2007.
15 ft
expect significant flooding of the lower areas of Vernonia, with some flooding of buildings beginning at this level. Flooding at this level is 2 to 3 feet below the highest levels in the February 1996 and December 2007 floods.
13.5 ft
expect minor flooding of lower areas in and near Vernonia. Some roads near the river may be flooded. High flows on Rock Creek may increase the extent of flooding.
12 ft
expect minor flooding of low-lying areas in and near Vernonia.
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 3, 2007 | 19.1 ft | 17,500 cfs |
| Dec 8, 2015 | 14.6 ft | 8,660 cfs |
| Nov 19, 2012 | 13.42 ft | 7,080 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VENO3
River
Nehalem River
County
Columbia, OR
Coordinates
45.8069°N, 123.2819°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Nehalem River near Vernonia?
The Nehalem River near Vernonia gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14299800) 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 Nehalem River near Vernonia?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Nehalem River near Vernonia is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13.5 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Nehalem River rises?
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Where is the Nehalem River near Vernonia gauge located?
The gauge is located in Columbia County, Oregon at coordinates 45.8069°N, 123.2819°W. USGS site number: 14299800. 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