North Umpqua River Flow Today
As of October 14, 2026 at 12:30 AM, the North Umpqua River is flowing at 713 cfs at Winchester, OR — 64% of normal for the date. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 89 to 713 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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North Umpqua River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Winchester, the North Umpqua River is running 713 cfs — 64% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 82% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 4 runs on the North Umpqua River with a live range are in range, 4 too low.
How the North Umpqua River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Toketee Falls Oreg2,393 ft 89 cfs100%
- Winchester379 ft 713 cfs64%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per North Umpqua River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (82%).
North Umpqua River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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North Umpqua River At Toketee Falls Oreg OR
Oct 14, 1:15 AM · USGS 14315500 |
89 cfs | 100% | 0% | 3.33 ft | · | 2,393 ft |
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North Umpqua River At Winchester OR
Oct 14, 12:30 AM · USGS 14319500 |
713 cfs | 64% | +1% | 1.76 ft | 24.2 ft below | 379 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the North Umpqua River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemolo Lake To Oregon Cacades Recreation Area Boundary Gauge: Toketee Falls Oreg |
Too low | 89 cfs | 600–3,000 cfs | III–IV |
| Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary To Maidu Lake Gauge: Toketee Falls Oreg |
Too low | 89 cfs | 300–600 cfs | III–IV |
| Oregon Cascades Recreation Area Boundary To Mt. Thielsen Wilderness Boundary Gauge: Toketee Falls Oreg |
Too low | 89 cfs | 800–2,000 cfs | III–IV |
| Umpqua River Gauge: Winchester |
Too low | 713 cfs | 1,000–4,000 cfs | II–IV |
| Confluence Of Siwash Creek To Little Falls Gauge: Toketee Falls Oreg |
No live range | 89 cfs | 227–3,156 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Headwaters To Boulder Creek Wilderness Boundary Gauge: Toketee Falls Oreg |
No live range | 89 cfs | 33–461 cfs typical | IV–V |
| Little Falls To Confluence With North Umpqua River Gauge: Toketee Falls Oreg |
No live range | 89 cfs | 227–3,156 cfs typical | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the North Umpqua River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
North Umpqua River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
North Umpqua River
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.
Fishing near the North Umpqua River
About the North Umpqua River
How is the North Umpqua River flowing right now?
As of October 14, 2026, the North Umpqua River is flowing at 713 cfs at Winchester, OR, about 64% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 89 to 713 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the North Umpqua River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the North Umpqua River is at 82% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the North Umpqua River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Winchester (26.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the North Umpqua River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.