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2025-12-19T21:00:00-07:00

...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE WESTERN I-25 CORRIDOR... The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Friday morning through Friday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 238, 239 and 240. * TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, until 6 PM MST this evening. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Friday morning through Friday evening. * WINDS...West 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 85 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 13 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.

Lower Boulder Canyon Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Lower Boulder Canyon river run in Colorado is a scenic and exciting adventure for experienced paddlers.

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Summary

With Class III-IV rapids, this section of the Boulder Creek offers a challenge with tight drops, technical boulder gardens, and narrow chutes. There are several river obstacles to watch out for, including steep drops and strong currents. The best time to float this section is from May to June, with recommended water levels of 300-500 cfs. As water levels rise, the difficulty of the rapids also increases. Paddlers should have strong navigation skills and be prepared for the challenging conditions.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	42 cfs (9.49 ft)
Percent of Normal	281%
Optimal Range	250-1300 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	IV- to V-
Elevation	4,860 ft
Streamflow Discharge	40.2 cfs
Gauge Height	9.7 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06730500

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Fourmile Creek At Orodell 1.91cfs	2cfs
Boulder Creek Near Orodell -999.00cfs	-999cfs
Boulder Cr At North 75th St Nr Boulder 4.82cfs	5cfs
Left Hand Creek Near Boulder -999.00cfs	-999cfs
Coal Creek Near Plainview 0.45cfs	0cfs
Left Hand Creek At Hover Road Near Longmont 3.69cfs	4cfs