-40000.0 cfs (-6.04%) since yesterday
75.85% of Normal
•
4 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Columbia River
was last observed at
622,000
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,233,722
acre-ft of water today; about 76%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
820,000 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-05-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at
1,735,000 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Columbia River At The Dalles
reporting a streamflow rate of 226,000 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Columbia River At International Boundary
with a gauge stage of 98.48 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Columbia River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,300 ft, the
Columbia River At International Boundary.
Last Updated
2024-05-18
Streamflow
622,000.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
75.85%
Maximum
1,735,000.0 cfs
2018-05-22
About the columbia river
The Columbia River is the largest river in the Pacific Northwest region of North America, spanning over 1,200 miles from the Rocky Mountains in British Columbia to the Pacific Ocean. It has played a significant role in the history of the region, serving as a transportation hub for indigenous peoples and European explorers. The river's hydrology is characterized by a high flow volume and seasonal variability, with peak flows occurring in spring and early summer. The Columbia River Basin is home to several large reservoirs and dams, including the Grand Coulee Dam and the Bonneville Dam, which generate hydropower and provide flood control. The river also supports a variety of agricultural uses, including irrigation and hydroelectric power, as well as recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping.
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