Wind Advisory
2026-04-16T20:00:00-06:00

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM MDT THURSDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 22 expected. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures possible. * WHERE...Central Colorado River Basin. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM MDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Thursday. For the Freeze Watch, from Friday evening through Saturday 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.

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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The State Bridge to Burns river run on the Colorado River in Colorado is a Class II-III river with a few Class IV rapids.

Summary

The best time to float this section is during May and June, with a recommended CFS of 1,000 to 3,000. The river run difficulty increases as the river narrows, with obstacles such as 'Yarmony Rapid', 'Needles Eye', and 'Red Eye' providing challenging rapids. This section also has calm stretches of water where you can enjoy scenic views of mountains, forests, and wildlife. Overall, this river run is best suited for intermediate to advanced kayakers and rafters.

Regional Streamflow Levels

Piney River Near State Bridge 33.1cfs	33cfs
Lake Creek Near Edwards 20.0cfs	20cfs
Piney River Below Piney Lake 6.49cfs	6cfs
Eagle R Bl Wastewater Treatment Plant At Avon 190.0cfs	190cfs
Colorado River Near Kremmling 789.0cfs	789cfs
Blue River Below Green Mountain Reservoir 523.0cfs	523cfs

15-Day Long Term Forecast

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	552 cfs (4.29 ft)
Percent of Normal	99%
Optimal Range	500-6000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	I to II+
Elevation	7,356 ft
Run Length	20.0 Mi
Gradient	15 FPM
Streamflow Discharge	789 cfs
Gauge Height	5.0 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09058000

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Wind Advisory
Until 2026-04-16T00:45:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM MDT THURSDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 22 expected. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures possible. * WHERE...Central Colorado River Basin. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM MDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Thursday. For the Freeze Watch, from Friday evening through Saturday 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.