Major Flood
11.5 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
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Flooding of pastures and outbuilding close to the river from around the Bar M Ranch downstream through the Cayuse area.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2020 | 11.32 ft | 11,352 cfs |
| Jan 28, 1965 | 9.5 ft | 4,910 cfs |
| Nov 27, 1995 | 9.4 ft | 6,220 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GIBO3
River
Umatilla River
County
Umatilla, OR
Coordinates
45.7196°N, 118.3233°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Umatilla River near Gibbon?
The Umatilla River near Gibbon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14020000) 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 Umatilla River near Gibbon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Umatilla River near Gibbon is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Umatilla River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Umatilla River near Gibbon 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 Umatilla River near Gibbon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Umatilla County, Oregon at coordinates 45.7196°N, 118.3233°W. USGS site number: 14020000. 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