-666.0 cfs (-6.28%) since yesterday
183.1% of Normal
•
8 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Humboldt River
was last observed at
9,946
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
19,728
acre-ft of water today; about 183%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
5,432 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-06-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at
22,830 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Humboldt R At Comus
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,950 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Humboldt River, with a gauge stage of
9.9 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 8 different streamgauging stations along the Humboldt River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 5,144 ft, the
Humboldt R Nr Elko.
Last Updated
2024-05-04
Streamflow
9,946.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
183.1%
Maximum
22,830.0 cfs
2019-06-11
About the humboldt river
The Humboldt River is a 290-mile long river in northern Nevada that was named after the famous explorer, Alexander von Humboldt. The river has played a significant role in the history of the region, serving as a critical transportation route for settlers and gold miners during the 1800s. The river flows through the Great Basin and is fed by several smaller streams and tributaries. The Humboldt River is widely regarded as one of the driest rivers in the United States, with much of its water being used for irrigation and agriculture. The river is also home to several reservoirs and dams, such as the Rye Patch Dam and the Humboldt storage reservoir, which serve as vital sources of water for the surrounding communities. Recreational activities like fishing, rafting, and kayaking are also popular along the river.
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