TOTAL DISCHARGE (CFS)
SUMMARY
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Siletz River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Siletz River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Siletz River is located in western Oregon and runs approximately 70 miles from its source in the Coast Range Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. Historically, the river was home to the Siletz tribe of Native Americans, who relied on the river for fishing and other resources. Today, the river supports a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, camping, and kayaking. It also plays an important role in agricultural production in the region. The river is dammed by a number of reservoirs, including the Green Peter Dam and the Foster Dam, which are used for hydroelectric power generation and flood control. Despite the presence of these dams, the Siletz River remains an important resource for both people and wildlife in the region.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Siletz River At Siletz
USGS 14305500 |
3760 cfs | 7.11 ft | 4.74 |
History of the River
The Siletz River flows about 67 miles (108 km) to the Pacific Ocean through coastal mountains in the U.S. state of Oregon. Formed by the confluence of its north and south forks near Valsetz in Polk County, it winds through the Central Oregon Coast Range. The river, draining a watershed of 373 square miles (970 km2), empties into Siletz Bay, south of Lincoln City in Lincoln County. Although the river travels 67 miles (108 km) in river miles, its winding course begins only about 20 miles (32 km) east of the ocean, and its mouth and source latitudes are almost identical.
