Historically there was a USGS gauge at Index (stn. 12134000, 1910-1948, 146 sq. mi.). The virtual gauge for this run provides approximate flow based on the relative area of the basin and the Skykomish at Goldbar gauge downstream. Keep in mind that several tributaries come in between this section and Index so actual flows will be even less than that indicated by this gauge. The relationship used for the virtual gauge is of course dependent on snow level. When the freezing level is low the river will be flowing a bit lower than the value given and during peak snowmelt the river may be flowing higher. The Goldbar gauge is also available through the NOAA hotline 206-526-8530.
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| North Fork Sky at Index | ||||||||||||
| virtual-6258 | 0 - unknown cfs | II-V | 01h06m | 918 cfs (rc= 0.0 ) | ||||||||
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| When | River/Gauge | Subject | Level | Reporter |
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| North Fork Skykomish [WA] |
Bear Creek Falls
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n/a | Thomas O'Keefe | |
| North Fork Skykomish [WA] |
Upper North Fork Sky
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n/a | Thomas O'Keefe |