Is the Elwha River flooding?
The Elwha River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Washington. 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 Elwha River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 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 Washington river levels.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Elwha River at Mcdonald Br near Port Angeles, WA. The highest level ever recorded there was 24.65 ft on 3 December 2007, carrying 35,900 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1897 (111 annual peaks). It is currently at 9.00 ft, 15.6 ft below that record.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elwha River at Mcdonald Br near Port Angeles, WA | No flooding | 9.00 ft | 20 ft | |
| Elwha River above Lake Mills near Port Angeles, WA | No current data | — | — | — |