Last Updated: February 13, 2026
Utah's rivers are experiencing a variety of streamflow conditions, with several areas showing lower than normal flows, which may impact river enthusiasts and ecosystems alike. Notably, the Colorado River near Cisco currently flows at 2,180 cubic feet per second (cfs), a minor increase over the last 24 hours, yet it remains 19.67% below what's typical for this season. The Green River, a haven for whitewater recreation, particularly near Greendale and through Dinosaur National Monument, flows at a concerning 841 cfs, which is a significant 37.62% below normal. Such low levels not only affect recreational activities but also raise concerns over water availability and ecosystem health. The Virgin River, with sections near St. George and Bloomington, shows an unusual uptick in flow, potentially indicating localized flooding risks.
In contrast, the Virgin River basin offers a brighter outlook, with streamflow near St. George at 125 cfs, marking a substantial 22.81% above normal, and near Bloomington at 120 cfs, 24.96% above normal, which may entice kayakers seeking higher flows. However, water enthusiasts should exercise caution as rapid increases can lead to dangerous conditions. The Logan and Bear Rivers are also experiencing increased flow rates, which could affect communities like Corinne, and might also provide improved conditions for fishing and water sports. Meanwhile, the Provo River, essential for both wildlife and outdoor activities, is showing mixed conditions with a flow near Charleston of 173 cfs, slightly above the norm. Lastly, the Surplus Canal and Jordan River in Salt Lake City register significantly reduced flows, which could impact urban water management. Rivergoers should remain vigilant, as streamflow conditions are dynamic and can quickly change, influencing both accessibility and safety on these cherished waterways.
| River Run | Status | Streamflow (CFS) | Air Temp (F) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
3rd Dam to 2nd Dam
Class II+ to III |
TOO HIGH | 199 | 62 |
|
A Section
Class I to II |
RUNNABLE | 1200 | 64 |
|
Avantiquan
Class III |
49.26 | ||
|
B Section
Class II+ to III- |
TOO HIGH | 1200 | 64 |
|
Below Ogden Play Park
Class II |
RUNNABLE | 3430 | 70 |
|
Bridal Veil (BV)
Class III to IV |
TOO HIGH | 340 | 63 |
|
C Section
Class II- to II |
RUNNABLE | 1200 | 64 |
|
Calf Creek to Lake Powell
Class III- to III |
TOO LOW | 128 | 66 |
|
Cataract Canyon
Class III to IV |
65.7 | ||
|
Cisco to Hittle Bottom
Class I to II |
TOO HIGH | 4620 | 77 |
|
Clear Creek
Class III- to III |
55.09 | ||
|
Desolation Canyon
Class II to III |
TOO HIGH | 2600 | 83 |
|
East Fork of the Blacks Fork
Class II to II+ |
RUNNABLE | 44.8 | 56 |
|
Fremont Canyon (Torrey to Capitol Reef)
Class V to V+ |
TOO LOW | 53.8 | 69 |
|
Green River Daily
Class II to II+ |
63.28 | ||
|
Henefer to Taggert
Class II- to III |
RUNNABLE | 0.77 | 68 |
|
Hittle Bottom to Rocky Rapid
Class II+ to III |
TOO HIGH | 4620 | 77 |
|
I-70 to Tomsich Butte
Class II to III- |
RUNNABLE | 14.1 | 71 |
|
Labyrinth and Stillwater Canyons
Class I |
TOO HIGH | 2600 | 83 |
|
Leamington Canyon (Hwy 132 to Leamington)
Class II+ to III |
TOO LOW | 505 | 74 |
|
Little Grand Canyon
Class I to II |
58.46 | ||
|
Logan Town Run
Class II+ to III- |
TOO HIGH | 127 | 64 |
|
Lower Ogden
Class III+ |
TOO LOW | 153 | 61 |
|
Marysvale Canyon
Class III- to IV |
TOO LOW | 505 | 74 |
|
Mexican Hat to Clay Hills
Class II to III |
RUNNABLE | 530 | 80 |
|
Middle Provo (Jordanelle to Deer Creek)
Class II+ |
TOO HIGH | 239 | 60 |
|
Moab Daily - Hittle Bottom to Take Out Beach
Class II+ to III |
TOO HIGH | 4620 | 77 |
|
Morgan Waterfall
Class III+ |
RUNNABLE | 0.77 | 68 |
|
Mouth of Weber Canyon to Riverdale
Class III |
RUNNABLE | 0.77 | 68 |
|
MP 51.5 to Chalk Creek Bridge
Class IV |
47.07 | ||
|
NF-Zion Park-Satan's Staircase
Class IV |
TOO LOW | 59.5 | 82 |
|
Ogden Narrows
Class III+ to IV |
RUNNABLE | 153 | 61 |
|
Ogden Play Park
Class III- |
TOO HIGH | 324 | 71 |
|
Ouray to Sand Wash
Class I |
RUNNABLE | 888 | 60 |
|
Park and Ride to Old Mill Catch Pond
Class IV to V |
TOO HIGH | 92.3 | 73 |
|
Peterson to Eggs
Class II |
57.18 | ||
|
Price Canyon
Class IV |
52.11 | ||
|
Rainbow Gardens
Class III to IV- |
RUNNABLE | 153 | 61 |
|
Ricks Spring to Wood Camp Campground
Class III+ to IV |
TOO HIGH | 127 | 64 |
|
Riverdale Wave
Class III- |
TOO LOW | 0.77 | 68 |
|
Round Valley
Class II |
RUNNABLE | 0.77 | 68 |
|
Sand Island to Mexican Hat
Class II |
RUNNABLE | 530 | 80 |
|
Scofield Reservoir to Emma Park
Class III |
47.46 | ||
|
Scrambled Eggs Bend
Class IV |
TOO HIGH | 308 | 69 |
|
Sixth Water
Class V- to V |
RUNNABLE | 31.9 | 67 |
|
Skeletor's Gorge
Class IV+ |
TOO HIGH | 11.7 | 62 |
|
South Fork Confluence to Below the Narrows
Class II to II+ |
RUNNABLE | 76.1 | 67 |
|
Spanish Fork
Class III- |
RUNNABLE | 148 | 71 |
|
Split Mountain
Class II+ to IV- |
RUNNABLE | 888 | 60 |
|
Split Mountain to Ouray
Class I |
RUNNABLE | 888 | 60 |
|
Staircase Section - 2nd Dam to 1st Dam
Class IV+ to V- |
TOO HIGH | 127 | 64 |
|
Stillwater Camp - East Fork
Class III+ |
RUNNABLE | 155 | 58 |
|
Swallow Canyon to Lodore
Class I |
RUNNABLE | 888 | 60 |
|
The Chute - Tomsich Butte to Hidden Splender
Class II to II+ |
RUNNABLE | 14.1 | 71 |
|
Tibble Res Down
Class IV |
52.43 | ||
|
Timpoweap Canyon
Class V |
TOO LOW | 59.5 | 82 |
|
Uinta River (Uinta Valley Campground to Power Plant)
Class II- to II+ |
TOO HIGH | 59.6 | 62 |
|
Uinta River (Uinta Valley Campground to Power Plant)
Class II- to II+ |
TOO HIGH | 59.6 | 62 |
|
Uinta River (Uinta Valley Campground to Power Plant)
Class II- to II+ |
TOO HIGH | 59.6 | 62 |
|
Upper Provo Falls
Class V- to V+ |
RUNNABLE | 239 | 60 |
|
Upper Slate Gorge
Class IV |
RUNNABLE | 239 | 60 |
|
Virgin River Gorge
Class III- |
TOO LOW | 59.5 | 82 |
|
Wellington to Woodside
Class II to II+ |
56.41 | ||
|
West Fork of the Blacks Fork
Class II to II+ |
RUNNABLE | 44.8 | 56 |
|
Westwater
Class III to IV |
TOO HIGH | 4620 | 77 |
|
Woodside to Green River Confluence
Class II to III |
60.89 | ||
|
Yellowstone River (Swift Creek to Reservoir)
Class II to II+ |
RUNNABLE | 61.8 | 64 |
|
Yellowstone River (Swift Creek to Reservoir)
Class II to II+ |
RUNNABLE | 61.8 | 64 |
|
Zion Narrows
Class III+ |
TOO LOW | 93.8 | 83 |