The National Weather Service’s Portland office issued a flood watch to be in effect from 4 a.m. Sunday until 4 a.m. Wednesday for several areas of the state, including Benton County.
A forecast for Philomath predicts daily rainfall through Tuesday.
Marys River flow data predicts that it will not reach flood stage — which is considered to be 20 feet — with a crest of just over 16-1/2 feet within the period of the flood watch. As of 1 p.m. Saturday, flow data showed the river level at under 10 feet.
“Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone locations,” the National Weather Service said through a flood watch alert. “Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.”
Philomath’s weather forecast shows daytime high temperatures in the 50- to 60-degree range through Wednesday.