2025-12-05T11:00:00-07:00
...PROLONGED SNOW EVENT... .A plume of snow will continue to impacted north central Idaho into west central and southwest Montana tonight. The snow activity will decrease in intensity during the day on Friday, then a second plume of precipitation will impact the region late Friday through Saturday. * WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches in the valleys and 4 to 9 inches in the higher terrain and mountain passes. * WHERE...Highway 28 Tendoy to Lone Pine, Lemhi Pass, Shoup, Bannock Pass, Williams Creek Summit, Highway 93 Lost Trail Pass to Gibbonsville, and Salmon. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes.
Summary
This section of water offers exciting rapids and challenges, including the notorious Elk Horn Rapid, and is considered a Class III-IV run. The best time to float this section is during the summer months when water levels are high, typically between 4,000-15,000 cfs. River guides must navigate around obstacles such as large rocks and boulders, steep drops, and strong currents. Overall, this is a thrilling and scenic river run for those seeking a challenging adventure.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1560 cfs (31.84 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 89% |
| Optimal Range | 4000-35000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | III to IV |
| Elevation | 3,017 ft |
| Run Length | 79.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1090 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 31.1 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13310199 |
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