2025-12-20T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Oregon, including the following areas, Benton County Lowlands, Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties, Cascades of Lane County, Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties, Central Coast of Oregon, Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor, Central Oregon Coast Range, Central Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, Clatsop County Coast, East Central Willamette Valley, East Portland Metro, Inner Portland Metro, Lane County Cascade Foothills, Lane County Lowlands, Linn County Lowlands, Lower Columbia River, North Oregon Cascades, North Oregon Coast Range, North Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Outer Southeast Portland Metro, Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain, Tillamook County Coast, Tualatin Valley, Upper Hood River Valley, West Central Willamette Valley, West Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor and West Columbia River Gorge of Oregon above 500 ft and southwest Washington, including the following areas, Central Columbia River Gorge SR 14 Corridor, Cowlitz County Lowlands, East Clark County Lowlands, Inner Vancouver Metro, North Clark County Lowlands, South Washington Cascade Foothills, South Washington Cascades, South Washington Coast, West Columbia River Gorge SR 14 Corridor, Willapa Hills and Willapa and Wahkiakum Lowlands. * WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Flood potential remains high today even though much less rain is forecast. Many area rivers and streams are rising this morning, and slow responding rivers could see rises into Saturday afternoon. With the saturated soils and high rivers and creeks, any additional rain will slow receding of the water and continue the potential for flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 800-2,500 cfs. The segment is rated Class III-IV, with several rapids and obstacles that require technical skills to navigate safely.
The segment is approximately 11.5 miles long and can take up to 5 hours to complete. Paddlers can expect to encounter rapids such as "Holy Water," "Pinball," and "Can Opener," which offer challenging drops and strong currents.
It is important to note that the Nestucca River Seg B has specific regulations in place to protect the area's natural resources. Paddlers are required to obtain a permit from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife before entering the river. Additionally, the segment is closed to all boating activities from October 1st to December 31st to protect spawning salmon populations.
In conclusion, the Nestucca River Seg B offers a thrilling whitewater river run for experienced paddlers. Paddlers must be aware of the ideal streamflow range, class rating, segment mileage, specific rapids/obstacles, and regulations in place to protect the area's natural resources.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 149 cfs (4.7 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 40% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 14303600 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tucca Creek Near Blaine
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220cfs |
Nestucca River Near Beaver
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18400cfs |
Trask River Above Cedar Creek
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15200cfs |
Wilson River Near Tillamook
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21900cfs |
South Yamhill River At Mcminnville
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7980cfs |
Tualatin River Near Dilley
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1560cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rocky Bend Group Campground
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Rocky Bend Campground
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Rocky Bend
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Alder Glen Campground
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Elk Bend Campground
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South Lake
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Fourth Bridge
Nestucca River Seg B
Rm 26 To Rm 32 Confluence With Wsr
South Fork Trask River
South Yamhill River
Rm 47 To Rm 52 (Upper End Of Nestucca River)
County Boudary (Confluence With Wsr) To Rm 47 (Lower End Mcguire Reservoir)
Blackwell Park
Munson Creek Falls State Natural Site
Deer Creek Park