Winter Weather Advisory
2026-02-19T10:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 2000 ft, snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Winter Storm Warning above 2000 ft, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches, except up to 10 inches above 2500 feet. * WHERE...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 2000 ft, this includes Medford, Ashland, Gold Hill, Jacksonville, Applegate, Shady Cove and Eagle Point. This also includes portions of I-5 and Highways 140, 238, 62 and 234. For the Winter Storm Warning, this includes Prospect and Butte Falls. This also includes portions of I-5, Highways 140, 238, 62 and 227, and includes Jacksonville Hill on State Highway 238 at 2150 ft. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening and morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will be lighter and more showery tonight into Wednesday with mostly light accumulations. Wet, slushy roads could turn icy. Another round of heavier snowfall is expected Wednesday night into Thursday. Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities


Gold Ray Dam To Grants Pass Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Gold Ray Dam to Grants Pass river run on the Rogue River in Oregon is a scenic and exciting journey through Class II and III rapids.


Summary

The run begins with a portage around the Gold Ray Dam before encountering rapids such as Upper and Lower Black Bar Falls and Nugget Falls. The best time to float this section of water is in the summer and early fall, with a recommended flow range of 1,500 to 3,000 CFS. Other obstacles to watch out for include rocks, sweepers, and fallen trees. Overall, this river run is great for intermediate kayakers and rafters looking for a fun and challenging adventure.



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River Run Details

Last Updated 2023-06-13
River Levels 2400 cfs (1.98 ft)
Percent of Normal 86%
Optimal Range 700-3500 cfs
Status Runnable
Class Level II+ to IV
Elevation 1,149 ft
Run Length 24.5 Mi
Streamflow Discharge 1970 cfs
Gauge Height 1.7 ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 14359000
       

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