Major Flood
16 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
14.5 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
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.
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 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yakima River at Kiona?
The Yakima River at Kiona gauge is maintained by USGS (site 12510500) 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 Yakima River at Kiona?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yakima River at Kiona is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14.5 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yakima River rises?
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Where is the Yakima River at Kiona gauge located?
The gauge is located in Benton County, Washington at coordinates 46.2535°N, 119.4781°W. USGS site number: 12510500. 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