Flood Watch
2025-12-18T16:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington, including the following counties, in northwest Washington, Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Kitsap, Mason, Skagit and Whatcom. In west central Washington, King, Lewis, Pierce, Snohomish and Thurston. * WHEN...From 10 AM PST this morning through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A series of weather systems this week will bring another round of significant rainfall to western Washington through Wednesday. Preliminary liquid totals of 2 to 6 inches, locally higher in some spots, will cause additional sharp rises to area rivers. Urban and small stream flooding remains possible for areas with poor drainage. Very saturated soils will maintain increased risk for potential landslides and debris flows off of burn scars. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood


Headwaters- Includes All Tributaries Within Park To Olympic National Park Boundary Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2025-12-14

The Whitewater River run begins at the Headwaters in Olympic National Park and includes all tributaries within the park to the park boundary in the state of Washington.


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Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this run varies depending on the segment, but generally ranges from 400-1000 cubic feet per second (cfs) for the upper section and 1000-3000 cfs for the middle and lower sections. The class rating ranges from II-IV, with some sections reaching class V during high water.

The segment mileage for the run is approximately 18 miles. Some notable rapids and obstacles include Boulder Drop, a class IV rapid with a large boulder in the middle of the river, and the Narrows, a class IV+ rapid with a narrow channel and multiple obstacles.

Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for overnight camping within Olympic National Park. Additionally, all boaters are required to have a valid Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission Boater Education Card.

Sources:
- American Whitewater: https://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/1125/
- National Park Service: https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/whitewater-boating.htm
- Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission: https://parks.state.wa.us/Boating/BoaterCard/

River Run Details

Last Updated 2025-12-14
River Levels 553 cfs (3.94 ft)
Percent of Normal 99%
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Class Level v-iv
Elevation ft
Run Length 1.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge cfs
Gauge Height ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 12056500
       

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