* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Central Yampa River Basin and Upper Yampa River Basin. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
The run is Class II-III and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete. The best time of year to float this section is from May to September, with peak flows in June. The recommended flow range is between 1000-3000 cfs. The river features several rapids, including Eye of the Needle and Yarmony Rapid, but overall the run is relatively easy. However, caution is advised when navigating the boulder gardens and undercuts.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1300 cfs (3.14 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 105% |
| Optimal Range | 500- cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | I to II- |
| Elevation | 6,245 ft |
| Run Length | 12.5 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 157 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 1.5 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09244490 |