Major Flood
23 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
21.5 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
17.3 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
the Elwha River will cause major flooding. Deep and swift flood waters will inundate roads...farm lands...and residential areas. Erosion will likely damage river banks. Flooding will occur all along the river including headwaters...tributaries...and other streams within and near the Elwha River Basin.
21.5 ft
the Elwha River will flood roads...much of the pasture land along the river...and several residential areas. Erosion may damage river banks.
20 ft
the Elwha River will flood roads and pasture lands along the river...with flood waters encroaching on some residential areas.
18 ft
the Elwha River will locally spill over its banks.
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 | 24.65 ft | 35,900 cfs |
| Nov 25, 1949 | 24.2 ft | 30,000 cfs |
| Oct 16, 2003 | 23.86 ft | 29,700 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elwha River at Elwha R?
The Elwha River at Elwha R gauge is maintained by USGS (site 12045500) 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 Elwha River at Elwha R?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elwha River at Elwha R is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 17.3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21.5 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elwha River rises?
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Where is the Elwha River at Elwha R gauge located?
The gauge is located in Clallam County, Washington at coordinates 48.0550°N, 123.5819°W. USGS site number: 12045500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: National Weather Service, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. The stages/flows that will occur may be different if future rainfall is different than forecast.