Freeze Watch
2026-04-17T10:00:00-06:00

...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the Freeze Watches, sub-freezing temperatures possible. * WHERE...In Colorado, Central Yampa River Basin and Lower Yampa River Basin. In Utah, Eastern Uinta Basin. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Thursday. For the first Freeze Watch, from late Thursday night through Friday morning. For the second 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.

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Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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The Cross Mountain Gorge River Run in Colorado provides an exhilarating experience for experienced rafters.

Summary

The river run is classified as Class IV, and it features several challenging obstacles such as House of Rocks, Seldom Scene, and Hell's Half Mile. The best time to float this section of water is between May and August when the water levels are between 1,500 and 3,000 cfs. However, caution is advised as water levels can rise quickly, creating hazardous conditions. Overall, the Cross Mountain Gorge River Run is an exciting challenge for experienced rafters seeking to test their skills.

Regional Streamflow Levels

Little Snake River Near Lily 401.0cfs	401cfs
Yampa River At Deerlodge Park 1650.0cfs	1650cfs
Yampa River Near Maybell 1310.0cfs	1310cfs
Yellow Creek Near White River 1.01cfs	1cfs
White R Ab Crooked Wash Nr White River City 1510cfs	1510cfs
White River Below Boise Creek 353.0cfs	353cfs

15-Day Long Term Forecast

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	1300 cfs (3.14 ft)
Percent of Normal	105%
Optimal Range	300-13000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	III to V
Elevation	6,245 ft
Streamflow Discharge	1160 cfs
Gauge Height	3.0 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09244490

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Freeze Watch
Until 2026-04-16T00:45:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the Freeze Watches, sub-freezing temperatures possible. * WHERE...In Colorado, Central Yampa River Basin and Lower Yampa River Basin. In Utah, Eastern Uinta Basin. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Thursday. For the first Freeze Watch, from late Thursday night through Friday morning. For the second 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.