Major Flood
140 ft
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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
139 ft
Minor Flood
137 ft
Action Stage
135 ft
What Floods at Each Level
140 ft
expect major bank erosion and areas of flooding along the Toutle River.
137 ft
expect significant bank erosion and some areas of minor flooding along the Toutle.
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, 1982 | 145.01 ft | 38,000 cfs |
| Jan 5, 1983 | 142.53 ft | 23,400 cfs |
| Feb 8, 1996 | 141.89 ft | 61,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Toutle River at Tower Road near Silver Lake?
The Toutle River at Tower Road near Silver Lake gauge is maintained by USGS (site 14242580) 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 Toutle River at Tower Road near Silver Lake?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Toutle River at Tower Road near Silver Lake is 137 feet. Action stage begins at 135 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 139 feet, and major flooding at 140 feet.
How do I get alerts when Toutle River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Toutle River at Tower Road near Silver Lake 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 Toutle River at Tower Road near Silver Lake gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cowlitz County, Washington at coordinates 46.3350°N, 122.8408°W. USGS site number: 14242580. 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
- The reference level, or vertical datum, for this gage has been updated to NAVD88. That means the stage heights will now be reported from that reference level which will give the water level as height above mean sea level. All flood stages have been changed accordingly.