Is the Quinault River flooding?

Washington · 2 gauges · Washington river levels

The Quinault 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 Quinault River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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.

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 Quinault River at Quinault Lake, WA. The highest level ever recorded there was 22.00 ft in November 1909, carrying 52,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1909 (112 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.05 ft, 19.9 ft below that record.

Drains 264 sq mi · gauge elevation 182 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Quinault River at Quinault Lake, WANo flood stage defined2.05 ft
Quinault River near Taholah, WANo flood stage defined2.14 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.