Idaho Flow Report

RIVER FLOWS • WEATHER • HYDROLOGY
April 20, 2024



Streamflow levels across Idaho are currently 113.0% of normal, with the Snake River Bl Mcduff Rapids At China Gardens reporting the highest discharge in the state with 50600cfs and gauge stage of 13.21 ft. Meanwhile, the Lightning Creek At Clark Fork Id is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 222.01% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 673cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Sf Coeur D Alene River Abv Pine Cr Nr Pinehurst Id, currently reporting a stage of 89.33ft. The Willow Creek Bl Tex Creek Nr Ririe Id in the Willow watershed is surging for this time of year at 805cfs, about 147.72% of normal.


Surface Flow Characteristics


Idaho's flow conditions are influenced by its unique hydrology and climate characteristics. The state has numerous major surface flows, including the Snake River, Salmon River, and Clearwater River, all of which are important for irrigation, hydroelectric power, and recreation. Idaho also has several large reservoirs and dams, such as the Boise River Reservoir and Lucky Peak Dam, which play a crucial role in regulating water flow and supply. The state's watersheds and snowpack levels are also significant indicators of hydrologic conditions, with winter snowpack providing a critical source of water for the state's rivers and streams during the summer months. Overall, Idaho's flow conditions are shaped by a complex interplay of natural and human factors, making it an important area of study for hydrologists and water resource managers.

Streamgauge Profile

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Statewide Warnings & Alerts

MALHEUR, OR
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon... Owyhee River Below Owyhee Dam affecting Malheur County. .Snow melt and increased reservoir releases is causing minor flooding downstream from the dam. For the Owyhee River...including Owyhee Dam...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is ...

BANNOCK, ID
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Idaho... Portneuf River at Pocatello affecting Bannock County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Portneuf River at Pocatello. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 10.0 feet, Significant flooding of agricultural land will occur from the Inkom ...


Rivers of Idaho

Bear River
Blackfoot River
Boise River
Bruneau River
Clark Fork River
Clearwater River
Deadwood River
Falls River
Kootenai River
Lemhi River
Little Lost River
Little Salmon River
Little Wood River
Lochsa River
Malad River
Moyie River
Pack River
Pahsimeroi River
Palouse River
Payette River
Pend Oreille River
Portneuf River
Potlatch River
Priest River
Raft River
Salmon River
Selway River
Snake River
Spokane River
Teton River
Weiser River

Watersheds of Idaho

American Falls
Bear Lake
Big Wood
Blackfoot
Boise-Mores
Bruneau
Central Bear
Clearwater
Idaho Falls
Lake Walcott
Lemhi
Little Lost
Little Wood
Lochsa
Lower Boise
Lower Clark Fork
Lower Henrys
Lower Kootenai
Lower Salmon
Lower Selway
Lower Snake-Asotin
Middle Bear
Middle Salmon-Panther
Middle Snake-Payette
Middle Snake-Succor
Moyie
Pahsimeroi
Palisades
Palouse
Payette
Pend Oreille
Pend Oreille Lake
Portneuf
Priest
Raft
Salmon Falls
South Fork Payette
Teton
Upper Salmon
Upper Snake-Rock
Upper Spokane
Weiser

Popular Whitewater Destinations

River Run Status Streamflow (CFS) Air Temp (F)
32nd Street to Smelter
Class III to IV-
34.11
Black Canyon - Highway 34 to Grace Powerhouse
Class IV to V
TOO HIGH 1630 59
Blackfoot Wolverine Canyon Run
Class IV+ to V
RUNNABLE 144 56
Boundary Creek to Cache Bar
Class III to IV+
RUNNABLE 3670 48
Boundary Creek to Cache Bar
Class III to IV+
RUNNABLE 3670 48
Boundary Creek to Cache Bar
Class III to IV+
RUNNABLE 3670 48
Boundary Creek to Cache Bar
Class III to IV+
RUNNABLE 3670 48
Boundary Creek to Cache Bar
Class III to IV+
RUNNABLE 3670 48
Box Canyon
Class II
RUNNABLE 267 50
Bruneau (Indian Hot Springs to Bruneau)
Class II+ to IV
RUNNABLE 1270 53
Cabarton
Class II to III
TOO LOW 44.6 35
Challis Bridge to Deer Gulch
Class II
RUNNABLE 1070 55
Coffee Pot
Class III
RUNNABLE 390 48
Colston to the Town of Salmon
Class II to II+
TOO HIGH 1070 55
Corn Creek to Vinegar Creek/Carey Creek (Main Salmon)
Class III to IV
RUNNABLE 1560 54
Corn Creek to Vinegar Creek/Carey Creek (Main Salmon)
Class III to IV
RUNNABLE 1560 54
Corn Creek to Vinegar Creek/Carey Creek (Main Salmon)
Class III to IV
RUNNABLE 1560 54
East Fork to Challis Bridge
Class II
RUNNABLE 1070 55
Fish Creek to Split Creek
Class III to IV
RUNNABLE 2490 58
Float Creek to Middle Fork of the Salmon
Class IV
35.94
Hammer Creek to Heller Bar (Lower Salmon)
Class III- to IV
TOO LOW 527 58
Headwaters (Gold Creek to Stanley)
Class III- to III+
TOO HIGH 1070 55
Hells Canyon (Hells Canyon Dam to Pittsburg Landing)
Class III to IV
RUNNABLE 9860 51
Kelly's Whitewater Park
Class III
216 45
Murphy to Bruneau
Class III- to V
TOO LOW 20 57
Murphy to Bruneau
Class III- to V
TOO LOW 20 57
Murphy to Bruneau
Class III- to V
TOO LOW 20 57
Murtaugh Canyon
Class IV
TOO LOW 57
Pahsimeroi to Royal Gorge
Class II- to III-
TOO HIGH 1070 55
Palisade Dam to Lorenzo (South Fork)
Class II
RUNNABLE 3090 45
Paradise to Selway Falls
Class IV- to V
42.37
Piece of Cake Run (Sunbeam to Torreys)
Class III to IV
35.55
Pittsburg Landing to Heller Bar
Class II to III
RUNNABLE 9860 51
Salmon to North Fork
Class II
TOO HIGH 1070 55
Secesh to Main (The Canyon)
Class III to V
418 49
Split Creek to Lowell
Class II+ to III+
RUNNABLE 2490 58
Sunbeam Run (Stanley to Sunbeam Dam)
Class III- to III+
TOO HIGH 1070 55
Torreys to East Fork
Class II
RUNNABLE 1070 55
White Pine (Indian Grave Creek) to Wilderness Gateway Bridge
Class IV- to IV+
RUNNABLE 2490 58
White Sands to White Pine (Indian Grave Creek)
Class II to III
42.12
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