+490.0 cfs (+6.12%) since yesterday
60.59% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Sauk River
was last observed at
8,500
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
16,860
acre-ft of water today; about 61%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
14,029 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2021-11-15 when daily discharge volume was observed at
75,153 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Sauk River Near Sauk
reporting a streamflow rate of 5,490 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Sauk River At Darrington
with a gauge stage of 8.24 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Sauk River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,024 ft, the
Sauk River Near St. Cloud.
Last Updated
2024-05-16
Streamflow
8,500.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
60.59%
Maximum
75,153.0 cfs
2021-11-15
About the sauk river
The Sauk River is located in western Washington and begins in the Cascade Mountains and flows into the Skagit River. The river is approximately 45 miles long and has a rich history dating back to the indigenous Snohomish and Sauk-Suiattle tribes. Hydrologically, the river is known for its high water flow and frequent flooding. The river has several dams and reservoirs, including the Culmback Dam and Reservoir, which is used for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. The river is popular for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The Sauk River also plays a significant role in agriculture, providing irrigation water for local farms and orchards.