Streamflow discharge was last observed at 1,520 cfs, and a gauge height of 11.08 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 1,650 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
Flow providers/constituents of the river include snowmelt, rain, and groundwater. The river has several potential tributaries, including the Carbon River and White River, and a dam called the Electron Dam. The river experiences seasonal trends where flow rates vary depending on the time of year. During the summer season, the flow rate significantly decreases, while the winter season has higher flow rates due to increased precipitation. An interesting fact about the Puyallup River is that it is a popular fishing spot for salmon and steelhead.
| Elevation | 24.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 11.08 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 1520.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 66% |
| Year Over Year Average | 2,320 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 36,400 cfs |