+30.0 cfs (+1.13%) since yesterday
27.96% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
North Santiam River
was last observed at
2,690
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
5,336
acre-ft of water today; about 28%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
9,621 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2022-05-08 when daily discharge volume was observed at
50,900 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
North Santiam River At Mehama
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,370 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
North Santiam River Near Jefferson
with a gauge stage of 14.74 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the North Santiam River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,103 ft, the
North Santiam River At Niagara.
Last Updated
2024-10-27
Streamflow
2,690.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
27.96%
Maximum
50,900.0 cfs
2022-05-08
About the north santiam river
The North Santiam River is a 92-mile river located in western Oregon, United States. The river was originally used by Native Americans for fishing and trading purposes. The river flows through the Cascade Range and is fed by numerous tributaries. The river has two major reservoirs, Detroit Lake and Big Cliff Reservoir, both of which were built in the mid-20th century for hydroelectric power generation and flood control. The North Santiam River is also used for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and swimming. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including Chinook salmon, steelhead trout, and rainbow trout. The surrounding agricultural land is irrigated with water from the river, making it an important resource for the local farming communities.