Major Flood
29 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
26 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
Action Stage
18.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
expect widespread flooding from the Ferry Street Bridge to Belt Line Road in Eugene. Also expect flooding along the right bank of the Willamette in Springfield.
24 ft
expect flooding of low lying land along the Willamette River from Eugene to Junction City. Coburg Road has historically been closed due to flooding at this and higher stages.
23 ft
expect widespread flooding of several roads and low lying areas along and near the Willamette River in and near Eugene, especially between River Road and the Willamette in north Eugene.
18.5 ft
the Willamette River at bankfull level. Expect localized flooding of some parks and trails immediately adjacent to the river.
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 9, 1961 | 24.8 ft | 127,000 cfs |
| Dec 25, 1964 | 24.3 ft | 60,000 cfs |
| Feb 3, 1890 | 22 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EUGO3
River
Willamette River
County
Lane, OR
Coordinates
44.0525°N, 123.0828°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Willamette River at Eugene?
The Willamette River at Eugene gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14158050) 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 Willamette River at Eugene?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Willamette River at Eugene is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 18.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Willamette River rises?
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Where is the Willamette River at Eugene gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lane County, Oregon at coordinates 44.0525°N, 123.0828°W. USGS site number: 14158050. 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