


Flood Potential Outlook
Issued by NWS Anchorage, AK
Issued by NWS Anchorage, AK
798 FGAK78 PAFC 012013 ESFAFC AKZ762>766-032000- Hydrologic Outlook National Weather Service Anchorage AK 1213 PM AKDT Tue Jul 1 2025 ...HIGH WATER ON AREA STREAMS AND RIVERS FOLLOWING WIDESPREAD RAIN... Over the last 24 hours, abundant tropical moisture has been drawn north across Southwest Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula. Areas north of Dillingham have experienced moderate rainfall with some locations receiving an estimated one to two inches. An additional one to two inches of precipitation is expected through Wednesday. Precipitation totals of this magnitude suggest a 5-10 year return interval for this area. Water levels on the Nuyakuk River near Dillingham have been steadily rising for the past several days and this river is likely bankfull in areas. The river gage currently reads 9.48 feet and is expected to continue rising slowly for several days as high waters from the recent rains works its way through the Wood-Tikchik Lake system. Residents and river users should anticipate high water levels and are advised to monitor the situation. Reports on river conditions may be sent to the river forecast center by calling 1-800-847-1739. Locations affected include: Nuyakuk River, Wood River, Nushagak River, and ungaged rivers surrounding the greater Bristol Bay area. $$ CJ