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River stage

Yentna River

River level
16.37 ft
Status
Below flood stage

Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS

Gauges reporting
1 of 1
Above flood stage
0
Above action stage
0
Overall
Below flood stage
Publisher
NWS · USGS

In brief

On Oct 13, 2026, 1 of 1 gauge on the Yentna River reported, and none was above flood stage.

Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges

Yentna River level at Lake Creek

The Yentna River is measured in one place, at Lake Creek, AK. The height below is the river at that spot rather than along its whole length, because the National Weather Service sets a flood stage for each gauge separately.

LocationState Level Flood stage Status
Lake Creek AK 16.37 ft 20.50 ft normal, steady

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Yentna River flooding right now?

No. The Yentna River is below flood stage at Lake Creek, AK, its only gauge, as of 2026-10-13.

How high is the Yentna River?

The Yentna River is at 16.37 ft at Lake Creek, AK, the only gauge on the river.

Where is the Yentna River measured?

The National Weather Service and USGS operate one gauge on the Yentna River, at Lake Creek, AK.

What does flood stage mean?

Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. On the Yentna River it is set for the gauge at Lake Creek, AK, so it describes conditions there rather than along the whole river. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.

River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.