* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the mid 20s to lower 30s. * WHERE...Animas River Basin, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, San Juan River Basin, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, and Debeque to Silt Corridor. * WHEN...From midnight Wednesday Night to 9 AM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
It features rapids such as No Name, Wall Rapid, Tombstone, and South Canyon. The best time to float this section of the river is between May and September with recommended flow rates of 800-3000 cfs. There are some hazards on this section of the river, such as low head dams and strainers. It is recommended that only experienced paddlers attempt this run.
Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs
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1760cfs |
Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs
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501cfs |
Colorado River Near Dotsero
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1080cfs |
Roaring Fork River Near Emma
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233cfs |
West Divide Creek Near Raven
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26cfs |
Eagle River Below Gypsum
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245cfs |
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1380 cfs (2.77 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 98% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-18000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II to III |
| Elevation | 6,113 ft |
| Run Length | 6.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 21 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1120 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.5 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09070500 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Coffee Pot Spring
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White Owl
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Tiki Mine Camp
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Supply Basin
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Supply Basin Campground
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Deep Lake
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