High Wind Warning
2025-12-17T14:00:00-07:00
2025-12-17T14:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Lemhi County and Western Lemhi County. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 2 PM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Summary
The best time to float this section is in May and June, when the water flows at 3,000 to 10,000 cfs. Obstacles include Deadwood Creek Rapid, one of the largest rapids on the river, and several other rapids with significant drops and technical maneuvers required. It is recommended to have a guide or extensive experience before attempting to navigate this section of the Salmon River.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1070 cfs (2.14 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 110% |
| Optimal Range | 800-6000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II to II+ |
| Elevation | 3,922 ft |
| Run Length | 38.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1130 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.3 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13302500 |
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