Skookumchuck River Flow Today
As of October 13, 2026 at 12:45 AM, the Skookumchuck River is flowing at 126 cfs near Bucoda, WA — 164% of normal for the date. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 16 to 126 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Skookumchuck 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 Bucoda, the Skookumchuck River is running 126 cfs — 164% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 3 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 102% of normal).
Highest against normal: Bucoda at 164%. Lowest: Vail at 46%.
How the Skookumchuck 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
- Vail724 ft 16 cfs46%
- Centralia329 ft 110 cfs102%
- Bucoda209 ft 126 cfs164%
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 Skookumchuck River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (102%).
Skookumchuck River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Skookumchuck River Near Vail WA
Oct 13, 1:00 AM · USGS 12025700 |
16 cfs | 46% | -2% | 722.29 ft | · | 724 ft |
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Skookumchuck River Below Bldy Run Creek Near Centralia WA
Oct 13, 12:45 AM · USGS 12026150 |
110 cfs | 102% | -2% | 326.00 ft | · | 329 ft |
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Skookumchuck River Near Bucoda WA
Oct 13, 12:45 AM · USGS 12026400 |
126 cfs | 164% | 0% | 203.70 ft | 7.8 ft below | 209 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.
Dams & reservoirs on the Skookumchuck River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Skookumchuck River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Skookumchuck River
The Skookumchuck River is a 35-mile-long river located in southwestern Washington state. The river is known for its strong rapids, which have attracted kayakers and whitewater enthusiasts for many years. However, the river is also an important source of water for local agriculture and provides hydroelectric power through the Skookumchuck Dam, which was built in 1924. The dam creates the Skookumchuck Reservoir, which is used for fishing and boating. The river has a long history of human settlement, with indigenous peoples living along its banks for thousands of years. Today, the Skookumchuck River is an important part of the local ecosystem and provides recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
About the Skookumchuck River
How is the Skookumchuck River flowing right now?
As of October 13, 2026, the Skookumchuck River is flowing at 126 cfs near Bucoda, WA, about 164% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 16 to 126 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Skookumchuck River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Skookumchuck River is at 102% 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 Skookumchuck River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Bucoda (211.5 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
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.