


Flood Potential Outlook
Issued by NWS Medford, OR
Issued by NWS Medford, OR
448 FGUS76 KMFR 091932 ESFMFR ORC035-101945- Hydrologic Outlook National Weather Service Medford OR 1232 PM PDT Wed Apr 9 2025 ...Flood Potential Outlook for high water caused by snow melt along the Sprague River in Klamath County. Several days of warm, sunny weather along with overnight temperatures remaining above freezing have caused snow melt that is causing the Sprague River and its tributaries to run high. The Sprague River is forecast to rise to a crest of 8 feet by Saturday. This is a forecast so there is a chance that the river could crest a bit higher or lower depending on conditions. Flood stage for the Sprague River near Beatty is 8.5 feet. A flood potential outlook is issued when there is the potential for flooding along rivers and streams. The exact scenario for flooding remains uncertain. This product will be updated as necessary. Watches and warnings may be issued by the National Weather Service if this situation worsens. $$ SH