Station Name: SOUTH FORK TOLT RIVER NEAR INDEX, WA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,896 feet

Nearest Address:
NFS Rd 6270
Baring, WA 98019
King County

GPS Coordinates: 47.7067714, -121.6001069

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Weather Advisory issued May 16 at 10:30AM PDT until May 17 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Sat May 16, 2026, 10:30 AM
Expires: Sat May 16, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow showers. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches above 4000 feet, with higher amounts possible in the high terrain. * WHERE...Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties, Olympics, Cascades of Pierce and Lewis Counties, and Cascades of Southern King County. * WHEN...Until 8 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Late season snow showers in the mountains may impact those enjoying outdoor recreation in the mountains above 4000 feet through tonight. Warm road temperatures may limit roadway accumulations. However, temporary road accumulations will be possible in heavy snow showers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect cold conditions in the mountains. The highest chances for heavy showers will occur this afternoon. These showers could be accompanied by lighting and small hail.

Slow down and use caution while driving during or after heavy showers. Those recreating above 4000 feet should be aware of the potential for snow showers and thunderstorms. Have a plan for how to find safety and know where and how fast you can find shelter.

Flood Warning issued May 16 at 11:51AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Effective: Sat May 16, 2026, 11:51 AM
Expires: Sun May 17, 2026, 12:00 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Washington... Stehekin River at Stehekin affecting Chelan County. For the Stehekin River...including Stehekin...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and forecast to continue. * WHERE...Stehekin River at Stehekin. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 20.5 feet, water inundates some properties and overtops the temporary corduroy bridge. Company Creek Road inundated at northern end. Battalion Creek culverts are beginning to be overtopped. Water begins damaging Wood Road. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:30 AM PDT Saturday the stage was 21.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 19.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to gradually recede through the next couple of days, dropping below flood stage by May 17. It is forecasted to rise back above flood stage on May 19. - Flood stage is 20.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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