Station Name: SAUK RIVER AB WHITE CHUCK RIVER NR DARRINGTON, WA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,024 feet

Nearest Address:
Beaver Lake Trail
Darrington, WA 98241
Snohomish County

GPS Coordinates: 48.16872009, -121.4706723

Nearby Water Temperatures

Hydrologic Outlook issued January 12 at 4:12AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Mon January 12, 2026, 4:12 AM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 4:00 PM

ESFSEW Moderate to heavy precipitation will continue over the northern Washington Cascades through this afternoon. Rainfall amounts over the last 24 hours have been as high as 2 to 3 inches, and additional amounts up to 2 inches are expected in these locations, with the highest amounts in the Cascades of Whatcom County. Meanwhile, snow levels will remain 7000 to 8000 feet. Rivers in the outlook area will continue to rise, and crest later today into Tuesday. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National weather Service for additional information.

Hydrologic Outlook issued January 12 at 1:43AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Mon January 12, 2026, 1:43 AM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 4:00 PM

ESFSEW Moderate to heavy precipitation will continue over the Olympics and northern Washington Cascades through this evening. Rainfall amounts over the last 24 hours have been as high as 2 to 4 inches, and an additional 1 to 3 inches are expected in these locations, with the highest amounts in the Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit Counties. Meanwhile, snow levels will remain 7000 to 8000 feet. Rivers in the outlook area will continue to rise, and crest later today into Tuesday. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National weather Service for additional information.

Flood Watch issued January 12 at 2:52PM PST until January 13 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA

Effective: Mon January 12, 2026, 2:52 PM
Expires: Tue January 13, 2026, 4:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of northwest Washington, including the following counties, Skagit and Whatcom. * WHEN...Through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rainfall over the northern Cascades has diminished but what has already fallen continues to force rises on the rivers flowing off the mountains in the watch area. The Skagit River will approach flood stage tonight and Nooksack River tomorrow morning with flooding possible. - 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.