Yakima River at Kiona
Benton County, Washington
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 20 ft
There will be flooding of in the RV Park in Benton City along the river. There will extensive flooding in the West Richland area from Twin Bridge to the Columbia River, including the West Richland Golf Course and along Kingston...Hyde and Jones roads.
- 16 ft
There will be flooding of in the RV Park in Benton City along the river. There will extensive flooding in the West Richland area from Twin Bridge to the Columbia River, including the West Richland Golf Course and along Kingston...Hyde and Jones roads.
- 14.5 ft
At this level, there will be moderate flooding of farmland, roads and some residential areas...especially in the West Richland area.
- 13 ft
There will be minor flooding of pastures and roads adjacent to the river...especially in low lying areas of West Richland.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 1933 | 21.57 ft | 67,000 cfs |
| Feb 10, 1996 | 20.98 ft | 49,400 cfs |
| Nov 16, 1906 | 20.12 ft | 66,000 cfs |
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