-326.0 cfs (-24.85%) since yesterday
92.07% of Normal
•
8 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Virgin River
was last observed at
986
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,956
acre-ft of water today; about 92%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,071 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-03-16 when daily discharge volume was observed at
40,940 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Virgin R At Littlefield
reporting a streamflow rate of 345 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Virgin R Abv The Narrows Nr Littlefield
with a gauge stage of 17.42 ft.
This river is monitored from 8 different streamgauging stations along the Virgin River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 3,508 ft, the
Virgin River At Virgin.
Last Updated
2024-05-03
Streamflow
986.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
92.07%
Maximum
40,940.0 cfs
2023-03-16
About the virgin river
The Virgin River is a tributary of the Colorado River that flows through Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. The river is approximately 162 miles long and has a drainage area of about 4,000 square miles. The Virgin River has a significant history, with Native American tribes dating back thousands of years, and was explored by Spanish explorers in the 1700s. Today, the river is an important source of water for agriculture and recreation, with several reservoirs and dams along its length. The most significant reservoir is Lake Mead, created by Hoover Dam on the Colorado River, which controls the flow of the Virgin River. Recreational activities on the river include fishing, canoeing, and hiking in Zion National Park, while the agriculture industry relies on the river for irrigation. Despite its importance, the river faces challenges due to climate change and water management issues.
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