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50 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
40 ft
Minor Flood
33 ft
Action Stage
25 ft
What Floods at Each Level
49 ft
Significant flooding will impact the entire reach of the Umpqua River upstream of Elkton to Reedsport. Expect flooding of school roads, homes, and businesses in the lower sections of the town of Elkton near the Umpqua River. Extensive flooding in Scottsburg can also be expected in the lower sections of town near the Umpqua River. Flooding can also be expected in the town of Reedsport especially if the dike is topped or fails.
44 ft
Widespread flooding along the Umpqua River from Kellogg and Elkton to Reedsport can be expected. Flooding of roads homes and businesses in low-lying areas along and near the Umpqua River from Elkton to the mouth at Reedsport is likely. Road soil and river erosion can also be expected. Flooding is likely in the town of Reedsport during high tide in some areas.
40 ft
Homes and businesses along and near the Umpqua River near Scottsburg begin to flood. Widespread low-land and agricultural flooding can be expected from Kellogg through Elkton to Scottsburg.
35 ft
The Umpqua River is at flood stage. Expect low-land and agricultural flooding from the Kellogg area through Elkton to Scottsburg.
33 ft
Slight low-land and agricultural flooding occurs mainly from the Kellogg area through Elkton to Scottsburg.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 1964 | 51.95 ft | 265,000 cfs |
| Dec 21, 1955 | 45.6 ft | 218,000 cfs |
| Oct 29, 1950 | 44.2 ft | 208,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Umpqua River near Elkton?
The Umpqua River near Elkton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14321000) 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 Umpqua River near Elkton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Umpqua River near Elkton is 33 feet. Action stage begins at 25 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 40 feet, and major flooding at 50 feet.
How do I get alerts when Umpqua River rises?
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Where is the Umpqua River near Elkton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Oregon at coordinates 43.5860°N, 123.5554°W. USGS site number: 14321000. 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