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.
Summary
The river features several obstacles including Class III and IV rapids, tight turns, and steep drops. The run is best suited for experienced rafters and kayakers. The recommended time of year to float this section is during the late spring and early summer when water levels are at their highest, with a recommended CFS (cubic feet per second) range of 1,000 to 2,500. It is important to note that this section of the river can be dangerous and should only be attempted by experienced paddlers.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 38 cfs (2.98 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 128% |
| Optimal Range | 80-500 cfs |
| Status | Too High |
| Class Level | II |
| Elevation | 5,305 ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | 20.6 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.8 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06724000 |
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