Arizona Flow Report
March 18 2024
Streamflow levels across
Arizona
are currently
72.0% of normal, with the
Colorado River Above Diamond Creek Nr Peach Spring
reporting the highest discharge in the state with
11600cfs and gauge stage of 48.91 ft.
Meanwhile, the
Big Sandy River Near Wikieup
is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a
1454900.0%
increase since yesterday, and currently running at
291cfs.
Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the
South Gila Terminal Canal Wasteway Nr Yuma, currently reporting a stage of
ft.
The
Puerco River Near Chambers
in the
Lower Puerco
watershed
is surging for this time of year at
506cfs, about
77.71% of normal.
Surface Flow Characteristics
Arizona is a state with arid to semi-arid climate conditions. Major surface flows include the Colorado and Gila Rivers, with the former having significant impacts on water supply and hydroelectricity generation. Reservoirs and dams, such as Lake Powell and Hoover Dam, play critical roles in water storage and management. The state's hydrology is primarily influenced by snowmelt from the Rocky Mountains and the monsoon season, which brings heavy rainfall to the region during the summer months. Watershed data indicates that the Salt and Verde Rivers are the primary sources of water for the Phoenix metropolitan area. Climate change is expected to exacerbate water scarcity issues in the region, with reduced snowpack and increased temperatures leading to higher evaporation rates and reduced water availability.
Streamgauge Profile
Compare conditions across the state
Arizona Storm Center
Statewide Warnings & Alerts
Rivers of Arizona
Watersheds of Arizona
Popular Whitewater Destinations
River Run | Status | Streamflow (CFS) | Air Temp (F) |
---|---|---|---|
|
TOO HIGH | 443 | 83 |
|
TOO HIGH | 443 | 83 |
|
TOO HIGH | 443 | 83 |
|
RUNNABLE | 9320 | 82 |
|
TOO LOW | 14.9 | 81 |
|
TOO LOW | 30.4 | 76 |
|
73.27 | ||
|
RUNNABLE | 575 | 90 |
|
RUNNABLE | 127 | 88 |
|
67.33 | ||
|
65.68 |