NEVADA FLOW REPORT

Last Updated: December 29, 2025

Streamflow levels across Nevada are currently 117.0% of normal, with the Colorado River Below Davis Dam reporting the highest discharge in the state with 5050cfs and gauge stage of 7.46 ft. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Wash At Pabco Rd Nr Henderson is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 6.6% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 307cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Lv Wash Ab Three Kids Wash Blw Henderson, currently reporting a stage of 34.26ft. The Carson River Near Fort Churchill in the Middle Carson watershed is surging for this time of year at 583cfs, about 181.92% of normal.

       



Nevada's climate is arid and semi-arid, with most precipitation occurring as snow in the mountains during the winter months. Major surface flows include the Humboldt River, Truckee River, and Walker River, which are heavily managed and regulated due to their importance for agriculture and urban water supplies. Major reservoirs/dams include Lake Mead, Lake Tahoe, and the Hoover Dam. Nevada's hydrology is heavily influenced by its geology, with a high degree of groundwater storage and limited surface water availability. Snowpack data is critical for water management, with the majority of the state's water supply coming from snowmelt. The Colorado River Basin also plays a significant role in Nevada's water resources, with the state receiving a portion of its allocation from the basin.