Santa Cruz River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Santa Cruz River Levels

April 27 2024

284 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-34.0 cfs (-19.21%) since yesterday
136.84% of Normal 9 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Santa Cruz River was last observed at 143 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 284 acre-ft of water today; about 137% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 105 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2021-07-26 when daily discharge volume was observed at 20,367 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Santa Cruz River Near Cundiyo reporting a streamflow rate of 143 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Santa Cruz River At Tubac with a gauge stage of 19.84 ft. This river is monitored from 9 different streamgauging stations along the Santa Cruz River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 6,489 ft, the Santa Cruz River Near Cundiyo.

Last Updated 2024-04-27
Streamflow 143.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 136.84%
Maximum 20,366.8 cfs
2021-07-26

About the santa cruz river


The Santa Cruz River is a 184-mile-long river that flows through the southern part of Arizona and northern part of Mexico. The river has a rich history, with evidence of human activity along its banks dating back over 4,000 years. The hydrology of the river has been significantly impacted by human activity, including diversion of water for agricultural use and the construction of dams and reservoirs. The two main reservoirs on the river are Lake Patagonia and the Rio Rico Reservoir. The river is also an important source of water for irrigation, supporting agriculture in the region. In recent years, efforts have been made to restore the river and its ecosystem, including the removal of invasive plant species and the reintroduction of native fish species. The river also provides recreational opportunities, including fishing and boating.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Santa Cruz River Near Cundiyo
USGS 08291000
143 cfs 5.73 ft -19.21
Santa Cruz River Near Lochiel
USGS 09480000
0 cfs 6.27 ft None
Santa Cruz River Near Nogales
USGS 09480500
2 cfs 1.55 ft -32.6
Santa Cruz River At Tubac
USGS 09481740
3 cfs 19.84 ft 8.13
Santa Cruz River At Continental
USGS 09482000
0 cfs 1.12 ft None
Santa Cruz River At Tucson
USGS 09482500
0 cfs 0.61 ft None
Santa Cruz River At Cortaro
USGS 09486500
49 cfs 8.44 ft 0
Santa Cruz River At Trico Road
USGS 09486520
19 cfs 3.17 ft -9.31
Santa Cruz River Near Laveen
USGS 09489000
0 cfs 8.33 ft None

Peak Annual Discharge

Santa Cruz River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Santa Cruz River Year Over Year Discharge


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