NORTH UMPQUA RIVER

River Levels
November 27, 2024
Winter Weather Advisory
National Weather Service Until 2024-11-27T14:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches. * WHERE...The Southern Front Range Foothills, and Castle Rock. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. Heaviest and most persistent this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

TOTAL DISCHARGE (CFS)

SUMMARY

Last Updated 2024-11-27
Discharge Volume 10,606 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 5,347.1 cfs
None cfs (None%)
Percent of Normal 170.53%
Maximum 54,930.0 cfs
2014-12-22
Seasonal Avg 3,136 cfs

Total streamflow across the North Umpqua River was last observed at 5,347 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 10,606 acre-ft of water today; about 171% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,136 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2014-12-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at 54,930 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the North Umpqua River At Winchester reporting a streamflow rate of 5,280 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the North Umpqua River, with a gauge stage of 5.07 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the North Umpqua River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,393 ft, the North Umpqua River At Toketee Falls Oreg..

The North Umpqua River is a river in southern Oregon that flows for approximately 110 miles. It has a rich history, with Native American tribes living along its banks for centuries before the arrival of European settlers. The river's hydrology is characterized by swift currents, deep pools, and impressive waterfalls. It is home to several reservoirs, including the Soda Springs Reservoir and the Toketee Lake, which are used for hydroelectric power generation. The river is also popular with recreational users, including anglers who come to fish for steelhead and salmon, and kayakers who enjoy the challenging rapids. The surrounding area is also used for agriculture, with crops such as hay and cattle grazing common along the river's banks.

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
North Umpqua River At Toketee Falls Oreg.
USGS 14315500
67 cfs 3.09 ft 0
North Umpqua River At Winchester
USGS 14319500
5280 cfs 5.07 ft -19.14
History of the River

The North Umpqua River is a tributary of the Umpqua River, about 106 miles (171 km) long, in southwestern Oregon in the United States. It drains a scenic and rugged area of the Cascade Range southeast of Eugene, flowing through steep canyons and surrounded by large Douglas-fir forests. Renowned for its emerald green waters, it is considered one of the best fly fishing streams in the Pacific Northwest for anadromous fish.

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

368

Cubic Feet Per Second

149

Cubic Feet Per Second

50

Cubic Feet Per Second

67

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