River Conditions
Weather info, water temperature, river levels and more
The Columbia River provides year-round recreational opportunities. River conditions vary by season and can change without notice. This page provides data about the current conditions near Priest Rapids and Wanapum Dams.
Weather Info
| Priest Rapids Dam | Wanapum Dam | |
|---|---|---|
| TimeStamp | 10 / 04 / 2023 09:00:04 | 10 / 04 / 2023 09:00:04 |
| Headwater Elevation | 484.9 | 568.4 |
| Tailwater Elevation | 402.4 | 484.9 |
| Current Air Temperature | 63 | 67 |
| High Temp. Today | 72 | 68 |
| Low Temp. Today | 54 | 63 |
| High Temp. Yesterday | 76 | 78 |
| Low Temp. Yesterday | 56 | 57 |
| Current Wind Speed | 0 | 18 |
| Wind Direction | WSW | NW |
| Today's High Wind Gust | 29 | 43 |
| Yesterday's High Wind Gust | 31 | 43 |
| Current Water Temperature | 64 | 63 |
Flow Volumes & Water Quality
Hourly Columbia River flows and water-quality data, measured at both Priest Rapids and Wanapum dams.
Boat Launch Water Levels
A number of our recreation areas have public access boat launches. Below is the current water level at each launch. River level data updates every hour. Remember to be safe while on the water and beware that river levels can change suddenly without warning. For more information about our recreation areas visit grantpud.org/visit-us.
Fish Counts
We provide accurate counts of adult fish that migrate past Priest Rapids and Wanapum dams. Video cameras record passage 24-7 during migration season from April 15 to Nov. 15. These counts help us manage the river environment to ensure salmon and other migratory fish survive and thrive.
