+1.8 cfs (+0.59%) since yesterday
34.83% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Chehalis River
was last observed at
309
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
613
acre-ft of water today; about 35%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
887 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2022-01-08 when daily discharge volume was observed at
112,610 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Chehalis River At Porter
reporting a streamflow rate of 208 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Chehalis River Near Doty
with a gauge stage of 305.95 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Chehalis River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 324 ft, the
Chehalis River Near Doty.
Last Updated
2023-09-21
Streamflow
309.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
34.83%
Maximum
112,610.0 cfs
2022-01-08
About the chehalis river
The Chehalis River is a 126-mile long river that flows through western Washington State. It has two main tributaries, the East Fork Chehalis and the West Fork Chehalis. The river was an important resource for Native American tribes such as the Chehalis and Chinook for centuries before European settlers arrived. Today, the Chehalis River is used for a variety of recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and camping. It is also used for agricultural purposes, with farms and pastureland located along its banks. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Mossyrock and Mayfield Dams, which provide hydroelectric power and flood control for surrounding communities. Despite these measures, the Chehalis River is prone to flooding during heavy rain events.