Station Name: EAST FORK WALLOWA RIVER NEAR JOSEPH, OR
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 4,596 feet / 1,401 meters

Nearest Address:
59667 Wallowa Lake Hwy
Joseph, OR 97846
Wallowa County

GPS Coordinates: 45.27110278, -117.211325

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued March 16 at 5:11AM PDT until March 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Sun March 16, 2025, 5:11 AM
Expires: Sun March 16, 2025, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow above 4500 feet. Additional snow accumulations up to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. In Washington, Northwest Blue Mountains. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to heavy snow.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. 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.

Winter Storm Warning issued March 16 at 5:11AM PDT until March 16 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Sun March 16, 2025, 5:11 AM
Expires: Sun March 16, 2025, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow above 4500 feet. Additional snow accumulations up to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. In Washington, Northwest Blue Mountains. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to heavy snow.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. 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.

Winter Weather Advisory issued March 16 at 3:01AM MDT until March 16 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Boise ID

Effective: Sun March 16, 2025, 2:01 AM
Expires: Sun March 16, 2025, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches in mountain valleys before mixing with or changing to rain this afternoon. Southerly winds to 15 mph will accompany the snow. Elevations above 6000 to 6500 feet will see heavy snow and blowing snow. An additional 16 to 24 inches is expected through tonight. Winds in the mountains will gust as high as 45 mph on Sunday. * WHERE...West Central Mountains. * WHEN...Until noon MDT today. * IMPACTS...Difficult travel conditions can be expected through this morning. Heavy snow and blowing snow across higher passes above 6000 feet will make travel very difficult to near impossible at times.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Storm Warning issued March 15 at 3:25PM PDT until March 16 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Effective: Sat March 15, 2025, 3:25 PM
Expires: Sun March 16, 2025, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. From Saturday afternoon to late Sunday afternoon, additional snow accumulations 7 to 10 inches above 4000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph Saturday afternoon and up to 45 mph on Sunday. * WHERE...Mountain Road, Anatone, Peola, and Cloverland Road. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Outdoor enthusiasts should expect heavy snow along with blowing and drifting in the backcountry of the Blue Mountains Saturday into Sunday.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

Winter Storm Warning issued March 15 at 3:25PM PDT until March 16 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Effective: Sat March 15, 2025, 3:25 PM
Expires: Sun March 16, 2025, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. From Saturday afternoon to late Sunday afternoon, additional snow accumulations 7 to 10 inches above 4000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph Saturday afternoon and up to 45 mph on Sunday. * WHERE...Mountain Road, Anatone, Peola, and Cloverland Road. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Outdoor enthusiasts should expect heavy snow along with blowing and drifting in the backcountry of the Blue Mountains Saturday into Sunday.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel