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FRACTIONS

Whitewater River Run





Colorado Arkansas River

Fractions

Class III TO III+ Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 144 CFS

Too Low
57°, Slight Chance T-Storms Then Chance Showers And Breezy

The Fractions River Run on the Arkansas River in Colorado is a Class III section of water that is best floated from May to August. The water level can range from 700-1300 CFS, with the best flow being around 1000 CFS. This run includes several challenging rapids, including Frog Rock, Tombstone, and Zoom Flume. The most significant obstacle is the Narrows, a narrow chute with large boulders that require precise navigation. Overall, the Fractions River Run is a thrilling adventure for intermediate and experienced paddlers looking for a challenging whitewater experience.

Weather today, A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 57. Breezy, with a south southeast wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Status Too Low
Class Level III to III+
Elevation 8,629 ft
Run Length 7.0 Mi
Gradient 45 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 144 cfs
Gauge Height 11.0 ft
Reporting Streamgage Arkansas River Below Granite
USGS 07087050

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Taylor River At Almont
USGS 09110000
138 cfs 1.6 ft
Homestake Creek At Gold Park
USGS 09064000
13 cfs 3.8 ft
South Clear Creek Abv Lower Cabin Creek Reservoir
USGS 06714400
3 cfs 5.1 ft
East Fork Eagle River Near Climax
USGS 09061600
2 cfs 0.2 ft
Arkansas River Near Nathrop
USGS 07091200
349 cfs 3.9 ft
East River At Almont Co.
USGS 09112500
60 cfs 2.6 ft
Leavenworth Creek @ Mouth Nr Georgetown
USGS 06714800
2 cfs 3.4 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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