FROM TOE OF DAM ON WEST END OF UKONOM LAKE TO CONFLUENCE WITH KLAMATH RIVER
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-23T00:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall and snow melt is expected. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Oregon, including Coos, Curry, Jackson, and Josephine counties and western Siskiyou County in northern California. * WHEN...Until midnight PST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1227 PM PST, satellite estimates and rain gauge data indicate heavy rain in the warned area. Between 1 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 3 to 7 inches are possible in the warned area. Some areas will receive snowfall and then switch to rainfall. Rain can melt the snow and cause a higher runoff response than rainfall alone. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-19 |
| River Levels | 382 cfs (4.8 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 172% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 11521500 |
The whitewater river run from Toe of Dam on West End of Ukonom Lake to Confluence with Klamath River is located in the state of California. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800-1800 cfs. This class III-IV river run spans a total of 8.5 miles. The rapids and obstacles on this river run include the "Toe of the Dam" rapid, which is a steep drop with a large hole at the bottom, and the "Horseshoe Bend" rapid, which requires expert maneuvering to avoid boulders and a large hole.
It's important to note that this run is located within the Klamath National Forest, and specific regulations apply to the area. Visitors must obtain a permit and follow Leave No Trace principles when using the river. Additionally, the use of motorized watercraft is prohibited on this section of the river.
