River Levels

Department of Emergency Management

Flood stage for the Skagit River at both the Mount Vernon and Concrete river gauges is 28 feet.

Skagit River Level Hotline

This hotline is designed to keep you informed during flood season. Skagit County Public Works staff update the hotline daily with information on United States Geological Survey (USGS) gauge readings and summaries from the National Weather Service and the Northwest River Forecast Center.

River Gauges & Water Conditions

View current Skagit River levels, forecasts, and water conditions.

Forecasted River & Weather Conditions

River Forecasts and Observations (NWPS)

Interactive hydrologic map for the Seattle forecast region, featuring current river observations, forecast river levels, and potential flooding conditions throughout the region.

Northwest River Forecast Center (NOAA)

Interactive map of river monitoring stations throughout the region, with current water levels and 10-day river forecasts.

Weather Conditions, Forecasts, and Alerts (NWS)

Current weather conditions, local forecasts, severe weather alerts and watches, and important weather-related updates.

10-Day Meteorological Input Forecast (NOAA)

10-day weather and precipitation forecast for the Pacific Northwest to monitor expected rainfall and changing conditions across the Skagit Basin.

Flood Potential Outlook (NWS/NOAA)

National Weather Service's Hydrologic Outlook for the Seattle forecast region, including information on potential heavy rainfall, rising river levels and possible flooding threats.

National Water Dashboard (USGS)

Real-time streamflow, river levels, water conditions and monitoring data from water stations throughout the region.