Major Flood
34 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
33 ft
Minor Flood
32 ft
Action Stage
31 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Minor flooding is possible from Priest Rapids Dam downstream to Richland.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 2017 | 38.23 ft | 321,000 cfs |
| Apr 21, 2016 | 34.53 ft | 250,000 cfs |
| Jun 11, 1997 | 33.97 ft | 452,200 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Columbia River below Priest Rapids Dam?
The Columbia River below Priest Rapids Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 12472800) 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 Columbia River below Priest Rapids Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Columbia River below Priest Rapids Dam is 32 feet. Action stage begins at 31 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Columbia River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Columbia River below Priest Rapids Dam 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 Columbia River below Priest Rapids Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Grant County, Washington at coordinates 46.6287°N, 119.8647°W. USGS site number: 12472800. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: PUD, US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey