2026-04-03T10:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 to 15 possible. * WHERE...In Colorado, Lower Yampa River Basin, Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, and Grand Valley. In Utah, Arches/Grand Flat, Eastern Uinta Basin, and Canyonlands/Natural Bridges. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Thursday night through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Summary
It features continuous rapids with some technical drops and obstacles such as boulder gardens, tight chutes, and steep ledges. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 200-500 cfs. Higher flows can make the rapids more challenging and dangerous, while lower flows can create shallow sections and make it difficult to navigate through the obstacles.
In terms of regulations, the Roubideau Creek Segment 2 is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and requires a permit for commercial outfitters. Additionally, all boaters must follow Leave No Trace principles and abide by BLM regulations for camping and campfire use.
Overall, the Roubideau Creek Segment 2 offers an exciting and challenging whitewater experience for experienced paddlers. It is important to closely monitor streamflow levels and adhere to BLM regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. Sources used include American Whitewater and Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-06-28 |
| River Levels | 540 cfs (4.09 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 53% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09149500 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Uncompahgre River At Delta
|
499cfs |
Gunnison River At Delta
|
761cfs |
North Fk Gunnison River Above Mouth Nr Lazear
|
325cfs |
Surface Creek At Cedaredge
|
29cfs |
Smith Fork Near Lazear
|
1cfs |
N.F. Gunnison R Blw Leroux Cr
|
321cfs |
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