Station Name: CEDAR RIVER BELOW BEAR CREEK NEAR CEDAR FALLS, WA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,978 feet / 603 meters

Nearest Address:
Bandera, WA 98045
King County

GPS Coordinates: 47.34205417, -121.5489858

Nearby Water Temperatures

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 7:30AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 7:30 AM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 3:30 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Washington... White River Near Mud Mtn. Dam Outflow affecting Pierce and King Counties. .The river forecast is based on current dam operations. Dam operations to maintain a safe flood pool for area dams could maintain elevated flow levels or they could raise or lower levels downstream of the dams. Dam regulation can change rapidly. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...White River near Mud Mtn. Dam Outflow. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 8,000.0 cfs, the White River will spill over its banks below Mud Mountain Dam producing high water that will encroach on roads and residences, particularly in the Red Creek area. 8000 cfs on the White River is within phase 3 flood in the King County flood system. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:00 AM PST Friday the flow was 9,080.0 cfs. - Flood flow is 9,000.0 cfs. - Recent Activity...The maximum river flow in the 24 hours ending at 7:00 AM PST Friday was 9,090.0 cfs. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 9,500.0 cfs early Monday morning. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by this afternoon at 330 PM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 6:54AM PST until December 19 at 3:02PM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 6:54 AM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 3:00 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Washington... Cedar River At Renton affecting King County. .The river forecast is based on current dam operations. Dam operations to maintain a safe flood pool for area dams could maintain elevated flow levels or they could raise or lower levels downstream of the dams. Dam regulation can change rapidly. * WHAT...No flooding is currently forecast. * WHERE...Cedar River at Renton. * WHEN...Until late this afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 11.3 feet, the Cedar River will locally overflow its banks, causing some areas of standing water, especially upstream of Maple Valley in the Dorre Don area. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:15 AM PST Friday the stage was 12.9 feet. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - The river fell below flood stage early this morning, but only to 12.8 feet. This is still very close to flood stage. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady below flood stage at 12.8 feet. As this remains very close to flood stage, the flood warning will remain in effect for the time being. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by this afternoon at 300 PM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 6:48AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 6:48 AM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 3:00 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Washington... White River At R Street Bridge affecting Pierce and King Counties. .The river forecast is based on current dam operations. Dam operations to maintain a safe flood pool for area dams could maintain elevated flow levels or they could raise or lower levels downstream of the dams. Dam regulation can change rapidly. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...White River at R Street Bridge. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 10,000.0 cfs, River flooding may occur upstream of the A Street Bridge in the City of Auburn. River levels will likely be up against the temporary flood protection barriers, with flooding likely at Government Canal and Butte Avenue in the City of Pacific and downstream of the Stewart Street Bridge in the City of Sumner. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:45 AM PST Friday the flow was 8,930.0 cfs. - Flood flow is 7,500.0 cfs. - Recent Activity...The maximum river flow in the 24 hours ending at 5:45 AM PST Friday was 10,100.0 cfs. - Forecast...The river will continue to rise today before leveling off around 10000 cfs by Saturday morning. It will then hold steady into next week. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by this afternoon at 300 PM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 6:45AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 6:45 AM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 2:45 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Washington... Green River Near Auburn affecting King County. .The river forecast is based on current dam operations. Dam operations to maintain a safe flood pool for area dams could maintain elevated flow levels or they could raise or lower levels downstream of the dams. Dam regulation can change rapidly. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Green River near Auburn. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 9,000.0 cfs, the Green River will flood low areas of the middle Green River valley with water over SE Green Valley Rd. Some backwater inundation is possible in lower Mill Creek basin between Auburn and Kent. A flow of 9000 cfs feet on the Green River corresponds to a phase 3 flood in the King County flood system. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:45 AM PST Friday the flow was 9,730.0 cfs. - Flood flow is 9,000.0 cfs. - Recent Activity...The maximum river flow in the 24 hours ending at 5:45 AM PST Friday was 9,760.0 cfs. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain near 9,700 cfs today then slowly drift lower over the next several days but remain above flood flow at least through the weekend. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by this afternoon at 245 PM PST.

Flood Watch issued December 19 at 4:27AM PST until December 20 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 4:27 AM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 5:30 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington, including the following counties, in northwest Washington, Grays Harbor. In west central Washington, King, Lewis, Pierce and Thurston. * WHEN...Through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rainfall from yesterday as well as expected showers today will allow for continued reactions and possible rises on area rivers. Additionally, those rivers that are seeing waters recede may see the rate at which these waters fall slow down. This will allow for potential flooding to continue into the weekend. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 19 at 3:15AM PST until December 20 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 3:15 AM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 10 to 16 inches expected. * WHERE...Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall rates will combine with low visibility to create difficult driving conditions.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.

Flood Watch issued December 18 at 11:24PM PST until December 19 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Thu December 18, 2025, 11:24 PM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Washington, including the following areas: Lower Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascade Crest and Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascade Crest. * WHEN...Through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Small creeks and streams flowing out of the Oregon Cascades may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Landslides and debris flows are possible during this flood event. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - More rain is expected on top of already elevated river levels. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Flood Warning issued December 18 at 3:38PM PST until December 20 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Thu December 18, 2025, 3:38 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 4:00 AM

* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of south central Washington, including the following county, Kittitas. * WHEN...Until 400 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 337 PM PST, gauge reports indicated an area of very heavy rainfall across the warned area. Between 4 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... mainly rural areas of Northwestern Kittitas County - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

Flood Warning issued December 18 at 3:38PM PST until December 19 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Thu December 18, 2025, 3:38 PM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of south central Washington, including the following county, Kittitas. * WHEN...Until 400 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 337 PM PST, the public reported heavy rain in the warned area due to Flooding along the Yakima River and small streams. Flooding is ongoing in the warned area. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Little Creek, Cle Elum River, Yakima River and Big Creek. Flood waters are expected to recede early this week, however precipitation chances are in the forecast for the rest of the week. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... mainly rural areas of Northwestern Kittitas County - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 8:58AM PST until December 20 at 8:17AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 8:58 AM
Expires: Fri December 19, 2025, 5:00 PM

...The National Weather Service in Seattle WA has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Washington... Snohomish River At Snohomish affecting Snohomish County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Snohomish River at Snohomish. * WHEN...Until tomorrow morning. * IMPACTS...At 25.0 feet, the Snohomish River will cause minor flooding of lowlands not protected by levees and on the Old Snohomish-Monroe highway. A stage of 25 feet on the Snohomish River corresponds to a Phase 2 in the Snohomish County flood program. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 AM PST Friday the stage was 24.6 feet. - Flood stage is 25.0 feet. - Forecast...The river will oscillate above flood stage with a maximum value of 25.3 feet this afternoon. It will fall below flood stage late this afternoon.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. Most flood related deaths occur in automobiles. Do not attempt to cross water covered bridges, dips, or low water crossings. Never try to cross a flowing stream, even a small one, on foot. To escape rising water find another route over higher ground. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by this afternoon at 500 PM PST.