Is the Bull Run River flooding?

Oregon · 4 gauges · Oregon river levels

The Bull Run River is tracked by 4 USGS streamgauges in Oregon. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Bull Run River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 4 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Oregon river levels.

data refreshed 11 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Bull Run River near Bull Run (River Only), OR. The highest level ever recorded there was 17.21 ft on 22 December 1964, carrying 24,800 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1908 (110 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.90 ft, 14.3 ft below that record.

Drains 107 sq mi · gauge elevation 568 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Bull Run River below Bull Run Reservoir 2, near Bull Run, ORNo current data
Bull Run River at Lower Flume near Brightwood, ORNo flood stage defined0.89 ft
Bull Run River near Multnomah Falls, ORNo flood stage defined2.34 ft
Bull Run River near Bull Run (River Only), ORNo flood stage defined2.90 ft
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.