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ESFPDT Temperatures in the 60s and 70s Wednesday will increase snow melt of the mid and high elevation snow pack. This will be followed by mountain rain Wednesday through Friday. Saturated mountain soils will allow for efficient runoff and will increase water levels on mountain rivers, creeks and streams. The primary concern is the John Day River at Service Creek which is forecast to reach minor flood stage Friday morning through Saturday morning, peaking Friday afternoon. The Naches River at Cliffdell is currently in action stage and is forecast to peak Thursday night before slowly declining to below action stage Tuesday evening. The Yakima River at Umtanum is also currently in action stage and is forecast to peak Thursday evening before dropping below action stage Friday evening. The Grande Ronde River at Troy is forecast to reach action stage this evening and peak Thursday night into Friday morning before dropping below action stage Sunday morning. The Naches River near Naches is forecast to reach action stage Thursday morning and peaking Thursday night before dropping below action stage Saturday morning. The Yakima River at Kiona is forecast to reach action stage Friday morning, peaking Saturday morning before dropping below action stage Sunday night. Several other rivers are forecast to approach but not quite reach action stage. Smaller creeks and streams may also have significant rises but at this time they do not appear to reach levels that would cause flooding. People with activities near creeks and streams should exercise caution as flows will be swift and very cold water can quickly lead to hypothermia if someone were to fall into the water. Those with interests along rivers, creeks and streams should continue to monitor forecasts as there is some uncertainty in the expected water levels. Stay tuned to for the latest forecast updates along with any flood warnings or advisories that may be issued.
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The Whitewater River run Confluence with Ranier Fork to Confluence with Bumping River in the state of Washington is a challenging and exciting route for experienced whitewater enthusiasts. It is rated as Class IV and requires strong paddling skills to navigate the series of technical rapids and obstacles along the 7.5-mile stretch of the river.
The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 800-2000 cfs. Lower than 800 cfs and the river becomes too bony and challenging to navigate, while above 2000 cfs the rapids become too powerful and dangerous.
Some of the notable rapids and obstacles along the route include S-Turn, Double Drop, Pinball, and Corkscrew. These rapids offer a mix of technical maneuvers, large drops, and powerful hydraulics that require precision paddling and strong teamwork.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a permit requirement from the National Forest Service. The permit allows for a maximum of 12 people per group and is required from May 15th to September 15th. Additionally, all participants must wear a properly fitted personal flotation device (PFD) and helmets while on the river.
In summary, the Whitewater River run Confluence with Ranier Fork to Confluence with Bumping River is a challenging and exciting route that requires advanced paddling skills and experience. It is important to pay attention to the ideal streamflow range, class rating, segment mileage, specific river rapids/obstacles, and specific regulations before attempting this run.
| Last Updated | 2025-03-28 |
| River Levels | 279 cfs (73.11 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 384% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12488500 |
