South Umpqua River Flow Today
As of October 15, 2026 at 12:15 AM, the South Umpqua River is flowing at 97 cfs near Brockway, OR — 40% of normal for the date. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 35 to 97 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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South 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 Brockway, the South Umpqua River is running 97 cfs — 40% of normal. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 40% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 3 runs on the South Umpqua River with a live range are in range, 3 too low.
How the South 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
- Tiller991 ft 35 cfs40%
- Brockway474 ft 97 cfs40%
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 South Umpqua River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (40%).
South Umpqua River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
South Umpqua River At Tiller OR
Oct 15, 12:30 AM · USGS 14308000 |
35 cfs | 40% | 0% | 0.57 ft | 17.4 ft below | 991 ft |
|
South Umpqua River Near Brockway OR
Oct 15, 12:15 AM · USGS 14312000 |
97 cfs | 40% | 0% | 3.00 ft | 23.0 ft below | 474 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 South 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Umpqua Gauge: Brockway |
Too low | 97 cfs | 1,000–4,000 cfs | III–IV |
| South Umpqua Gauge: Tiller |
Too low | 35 cfs | 319–4,579 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Umpqua River Gauge: Brockway |
Too low | 97 cfs | 1,000–4,000 cfs | II–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the South Umpqua River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
South Umpqua River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
South Umpqua River
The South Umpqua River is a 115-mile-long river in southwestern Oregon, United States. The river was named after the Umpqua tribe of Native Americans who inhabited the area. The headwaters of the river are located in the Cascade Range, and it flows into the Pacific Ocean near Reedsport. The river is a major tributary of the Umpqua River. The hydrology of the river is highly regulated by several dams and reservoirs, including the Galesville Reservoir, the Tiller Reservoir, and the South Umpqua Falls Reservoir. These reservoirs serve various purposes, including hydroelectric power generation, irrigation, and flood control. The South Umpqua River is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, camping, and boating. The river's waters are used for agricultural purposes, including the cultivation of berries and orchards.
Fishing near the South Umpqua River
About the South Umpqua River
How is the South Umpqua River flowing right now?
As of October 15, 2026, the South Umpqua River is flowing at 97 cfs near Brockway, OR, about 40% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 35 to 97 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the South Umpqua River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the South Umpqua River is at 40% 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 South Umpqua River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Tiller (18.0 ft), Brockway (26.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the South 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.