Willapa River at Willapa
Washington — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Pacific County, Washington on the Willapa River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 12013500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
24 ft
15,800 cfs
Moderate Flood
22 ft
12,800 cfs
Minor Flood
21 ft
11,400 cfs
Action Stage
20 ft
10,100 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
expect major flooding. Historically, numerous homes and the Willapa Hatchery at Fork Creek have been completely flooded at this point, along with major flooding of numerous roads from Frances downstream to Raymond, including State Route 6 and US Hwy 101.
22 ft
expect widespread flooding. Numerous roads are flooded with deep and swiftly moving water, including Heckard Road and US Hwy 101. The magnitude of flooding on Hwy 101 will depend on the tide.
21 ft
expect flooding of several roads along the river, including Heckard Road. Portions of US Hwy 101 may be flooded as well if flood crest corresponds to high tide. Also expect minor flooding in Raymond.
19 ft
the river is at bankfull level. Above this level, it begins to spill over the banks into adjacent low lands. Some minor flooding is possible in Raymond if this river level accompanies high tide.
18 ft
high river flows combined with anomalously-high tides may cause some lowland flooding in and near Raymond, including low areas on Hwy 101 in Raymond and Heckard Road near Willapa.
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 20, 1994 | 27.28 ft | 14,800 cfs |
| Dec 20, 1994 | 27.28 ft | 14,800 cfs |
| Dec 3, 2007 | 26.65 ft | 15,100 cfs |
| Dec 3, 2007 | 26.65 ft | 15,100 cfs |
| Mar 19, 1997 | 24.53 ft | 12,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WILW1
River
Willapa River
County
Pacific, WA
Coordinates
46.6511°N, 123.6517°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Willapa River at Willapa?
The Willapa River at Willapa gauge is maintained by USGS (site 12013500) 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 Willapa River at Willapa?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Willapa River at Willapa is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Willapa River rises?
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Where is the Willapa River at Willapa gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pacific County, Washington at coordinates 46.6511°N, 123.6517°W. USGS site number: 12013500. 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