Station Name: NESTUCCA RIVER NEAR FAIRDALE, OR
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,831 feet / 558 meters

Nearest Address:
NW Nestucca Access Rd
Fairdale, OR 97111
Yamhill County

GPS Coordinates: 45.31063889, -123.4135278

Nearby Water Temperatures

Flood Watch issued December 19 at 2:43PM PST until December 20 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 2:43 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Northwest Oregon and southwest Washington including the following counties. In Oregon: Benton, Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Hood River, Lane, Linn, Lincoln, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Tillamook, Washington, and Yamhill. In Washington: Clark, Cowlitz, Pacific, Skamania, and Wahkiakum. * WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Landslides and debris flows are possible during this flood event. People, structures, and roads located below steep slopes, in canyons, and near the mouths of canyons may be at serious risk from rapidly moving landslides. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Although heavy rain has ended, widespread river flooding is expected to continue through Friday night, except through Saturday along slower responding rivers. - 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.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 8:58PM PST until December 20 at 3:56PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 8:58 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 6:00 AM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Tualatin River near Dilley affecting Washington County. Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Clackamas and Marion Counties. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon...Washington... Santiam River at Jefferson affecting Marion and Linn Counties. Nehalem River near Foss affecting Tillamook and Clatsop Counties. S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...S Yamhill River at McMinnville. * WHEN...Until tomorrow afternoon. * IMPACTS...Above 52.0 feet, expect extensive lowland flooding from 10 miles south of McMinnville to the confluence of the Yamhill and Willamette Rivers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM PST Friday the stage was 43.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 45.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this evening to a crest of 52.4 feet by late tonight. It will then fall below flood stage Saturday afternoon. - Flood stage is 50.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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 through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 300 AM PST.

Flood Watch issued December 20 at 3:55AM PST until December 20 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 3:55 AM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Oregon, including the following areas, Benton County Lowlands, Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties, Cascades of Lane County, Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties, Central Coast of Oregon, Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor, Central Oregon Coast Range, Central Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, Clatsop County Coast, East Central Willamette Valley, East Portland Metro, Inner Portland Metro, Lane County Cascade Foothills, Lane County Lowlands, Linn County Lowlands, Lower Columbia River, North Oregon Cascades, North Oregon Coast Range, North Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Outer Southeast Portland Metro, Portland West Hills and Chehalem Mountain, Tillamook County Coast, Tualatin Valley, Upper Hood River Valley, West Central Willamette Valley, West Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor and West Columbia River Gorge of Oregon above 500 ft and southwest Washington, including the following areas, Central Columbia River Gorge SR 14 Corridor, Cowlitz County Lowlands, East Clark County Lowlands, Inner Vancouver Metro, North Clark County Lowlands, South Washington Cascade Foothills, South Washington Cascades, South Washington Coast, West Columbia River Gorge SR 14 Corridor, Willapa Hills and Willapa and Wahkiakum Lowlands. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Although the heaviest rain has ended, additional river flooding is expected to continue on slower responding rivers. - 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.

Flood Warning issued December 20 at 3:06AM PST until December 21 at 12:14AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 3:06 AM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 4:00 PM

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon... S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Washington... Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Marion and Clackamas Counties. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...S Yamhill River at McMinnville. * WHEN...Until just after midnight tonight. * IMPACTS...Above 50.0 feet, expect lowland flooding at several locations along the river from McMinnville to the confluence with the Willamette River. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 2:30 AM PST Saturday the stage was 46.7 feet. - Bankfull stage is 45.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this morning to a crest of 50.9 feet late this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage this evening. - Flood stage is 50.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive through flooded areas. 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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 245 PM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 8:58PM PST until December 20 at 9:08AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 8:58 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 6:00 AM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Tualatin River near Dilley affecting Washington County. Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Clackamas and Marion Counties. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon...Washington... Santiam River at Jefferson affecting Marion and Linn Counties. Nehalem River near Foss affecting Tillamook and Clatsop Counties. S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Tualatin River near Dilley. * WHEN...Until late tomorrow morning. * IMPACTS...Above 17.5 feet, several minor roads begin to flood and may be closed. Widespread lowland agricultural flooding occurs at this and higher stages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM PST Friday the stage was 17.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 16.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM PST Friday was 17.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight and continue falling to 15.2 feet Monday, December 29. - Flood stage is 17.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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 through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 300 AM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 8:58PM PST until December 20 at 2:50AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 8:58 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 3:00 AM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Tualatin River near Dilley affecting Washington County. Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Clackamas and Marion Counties. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon...Washington... Santiam River at Jefferson affecting Marion and Linn Counties. Nehalem River near Foss affecting Tillamook and Clatsop Counties. S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring. * WHERE...Nehalem River near Foss. * WHEN...Until just after midnight tonight. * IMPACTS...Above 15.0 feet, expect minor flooding of low lying farm land and structures. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:15 PM PST Friday the stage was 15.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 13.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:15 PM PST Friday was 17.1 feet. - Forecast...The river has crested and will fall below flood stage late tonight. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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 through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 300 AM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 8:58PM PST until December 21 at 11:35AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 8:58 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 6:00 AM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Tualatin River near Dilley affecting Washington County. Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Clackamas and Marion Counties. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon...Washington... Santiam River at Jefferson affecting Marion and Linn Counties. Nehalem River near Foss affecting Tillamook and Clatsop Counties. S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Luckiamute River near Suver. * WHEN...Until late Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Above 32.0 feet, expect major flooding of roads and structures. Numerous road closures can be expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM PST Friday the stage was 30.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 25.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM PST Friday was 31.9 feet. - Forecast...The river has crested and is expected to fall below flood stage early Sunday morning and continue falling to 13.2 feet Monday, December 29. - Flood stage is 27.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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 through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 300 AM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 20 at 3:06AM PST until December 21 at 2:46AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 3:06 AM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 4:00 PM

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon... S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Washington... Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Marion and Clackamas Counties. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Luckiamute River near Suver. * WHEN...Until just after midnight tonight. * IMPACTS...Above 29.0 feet, expect widespread flooding of the lowland agricultural lands upstream from Falls City and Maple Grove to the confluence with the Willamette River. Also expect flooding and possible closure of numerous secondary roads near the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 2:40 AM PST Saturday the stage was 29.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 25.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 2:40 AM PST Saturday was 31.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late this afternoon and continue falling to 13.2 feet Monday, December 29. - Flood stage is 27.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive through flooded areas. 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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 245 PM PST.

Winter Weather Advisory issued December 19 at 2:21PM PST until December 20 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 2:21 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 4:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches at pass level, and 4 to 8 inches above 5000-5500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Cascades and Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties. In Washington, South Washington Cascades. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.

Have a winter emergency driving kit readily available. Common items to include: flashlight, batteries, blankets, a shovel, water, non-perishable food items, tire chains, etc. Be aware that walking surfaces may be slick. Walk with extra care. For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon, call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com. For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Washington, visit: wsdot.com/travel/real-time/map

Winter Weather Advisory issued December 20 at 3:50AM PST until December 20 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 3:50 AM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 1 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Cascades and Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties. In Washington, South Washington Cascades. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.

Have a winter emergency driving kit readily available. Common items to include: flashlight, batteries, blankets, a shovel, water, non-perishable food items, tire chains, etc. Be aware that walking surfaces may be slick. Walk with extra care. For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon, call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com. For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Washington, visit: wsdot.com/travel/real-time/map

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 8:58PM PST until December 20 at 5:34AM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 8:58 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 5:45 AM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Tualatin River near Dilley affecting Washington County. Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Clackamas and Marion Counties. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon...Washington... Santiam River at Jefferson affecting Marion and Linn Counties. Nehalem River near Foss affecting Tillamook and Clatsop Counties. S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Santiam River at Jefferson. * WHEN...Until late tonight. * IMPACTS...Above 15.0 feet, expect widespread lowland and agricultural flooding. Some secondary roads in low lying areas will be flooded at this level. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM PST Friday the stage was 15.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 13.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM PST Friday was 17.8 feet. - Forecast...The river has crested and will continue to fall through tonight. It will then fall below flood stage very early Saturday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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 through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 300 AM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 19 at 8:58PM PST until December 23 at 11:01PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Fri December 19, 2025, 8:58 PM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 6:00 AM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Tualatin River near Dilley affecting Washington County. Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Clackamas and Marion Counties. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon...Washington... Santiam River at Jefferson affecting Marion and Linn Counties. Nehalem River near Foss affecting Tillamook and Clatsop Counties. S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Pudding River at Aurora. * WHEN...Until late Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Above 27.0 feet, expect widespread flooding of numerous secondary roads and agricultural land. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM PST Friday the stage was 22.7 feet. - Bankfull stage is 21.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:00 PM PST Friday was 22.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 26.3 feet Saturday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Tuesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 22.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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 through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 300 AM PST.

Flood Warning issued December 20 at 3:06AM PST until December 23 at 9:49PM PST by NWS Portland OR

Effective: Sat December 20, 2025, 3:06 AM
Expires: Sat December 20, 2025, 4:00 PM

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Oregon... S Yamhill River at McMinnville affecting Yamhill County. Marys River near Philomath affecting Benton County. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Washington... Luckiamute River near Suver affecting Benton and Polk Counties. Pudding River at Aurora affecting Marion and Clackamas Counties. Cowlitz River at Kelso affecting Cowlitz County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Pudding River at Aurora. * WHEN...Until late Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Above 27.0 feet, expect widespread flooding of numerous secondary roads and agricultural land. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 2:00 AM PST Saturday the stage was 24.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 21.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 2:00 AM PST Saturday was 24.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 26.2 feet late this evening. It will then fall below flood stage early Tuesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 22.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive through flooded areas. 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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 245 PM PST.