Walker River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Walker River Levels

May 4 2024

514 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-1028.0 cfs (-79.88%) since yesterday
63.75% of normal Low

Total streamflow across the Walker River was last observed at 259 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 514 acre-ft of water today; about 64% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 406 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2023-06-12 when daily discharge volume was observed at 12,300 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Walker R Nr Wabuska reporting a streamflow rate of 259 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Walker River Ab Weber Res Nr Schurz with a gauge stage of 9.62 ft. This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Walker River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 4,294 ft, the Walker R Nr Wabuska.

Last Updated 2024-05-04
Streamflow 259.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 63.75%
Maximum 12,300.0 cfs
2023-06-12

About the walker river


The Walker River is a river in western Nevada and eastern California, stretching approximately 55 miles in length. It has played an important role in the history of the region, serving as a critical water source for indigenous peoples, early settlers, and mining operations. Today, the river is used for agricultural and recreational purposes, with several reservoirs and dams along its course, including the Weber Reservoir and Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area. The Walker River is also a popular spot for fishing, with rainbow and brown trout being among the most commonly caught species. However, due to its limited flow and increasing demand for water, the Walker River faces ongoing challenges in maintaining sustainable use and management practices.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Walker R Nr Wabuska
USGS 10301500
259 cfs 4.65 ft -5.47
Walker River Ab Weber Res Nr Schurz
USGS 10301600
223 cfs 9.62 ft -35.55
Walker R Abv Little Dam Nr Schurz
USGS 10301745
254 cfs 5.67 ft -25.73
Walker R At Lateral 2-A Siphon Nr Schurz
USGS 10302002
243 cfs 2.95 ft -25.23

Peak Annual Discharge

Walker River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Walker River Year Over Year Discharge


Log Your Visit

When was your last visit to ?

Add a Photo

How was it? How were conditions?

Rate the


Submit

Leave A Review


Submit

Upload an Image


Favorite Limit Reached