Total streamflow across the
Yakima River
was last observed at
7,790
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
15,451
acre-ft of water today; about 84%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
9,312 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2011-05-18 when daily discharge volume was observed at
78,140 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Yakima River At Kiona
reporting a streamflow rate of 2,490 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Yakima River Above Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap
with a gauge stage of 40.7 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Yakima River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,338 ft, the
Yakima River At Umtanum.
The Yakima River is a tributary of the Columbia River that flows through Washington State. It stretches for 214 miles and has a rich history, having been home to various Native American tribes for centuries. It is also a popular destination for fly-fishing enthusiasts, as it is home to a variety of fish species, including trout, salmon, and steelhead.
The river's hydrology has been impacted by human activity, including the construction of dams and reservoirs. The Yakima River Basin Storage Alliance has worked to create reservoirs and dams that provide irrigation water to farms and ranches in the region, while also helping to protect the river's ecosystem.
Some of the most notable reservoirs on the Yakima River include the Cle Elum Lake Reservoir and the Bumping Lake Reservoir. The Yakima River also supports a variety of recreational activities, including camping, hiking, and rafting.
Last Updated | 2024-12-25 |
Discharge Volume | 15,451 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
7,790.0 cfs
+533.0 cfs (+7.34%) |
Percent of Normal | 83.66% |
Maximum |
78,140.0 cfs
2011-05-18 |
Seasonal Avg | 9,312 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Yakima River At Umtanum
USGS 12484500 |
1110 cfs | 31.04 ft | 12.46 | |||||
Yakima River Above Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap
USGS 12500450 |
1920 cfs | 40.7 ft | 8.47 | |||||
Yakima River At Mabton
USGS 12508990 |
2270 cfs | 12.69 ft | 7.08 | |||||
Yakima River At Kiona
USGS 12510500 |
2490 cfs | 4.95 ft | 4.62 |
The Yakima River is a tributary of the Columbia River in south central and eastern Washington state, named for the indigenous Yakama people. The length of the river from headwaters to mouth is 214 miles (344 km), with an average drop of 9.85 feet per mile (1.866 m/km). It is the longest river entirely in Washington state.