* WHAT...Snow expected. Wintry mix below 4000 feet, generally an inch or less of snow. Likelihood of moderate impacts above 4000 feet from 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 70 percent, and up to a 30 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. * WHERE...Dixie, Highway 11 Pierce to Headquarters, Pierce, Elk River, Elk City, and Highway 12 Lowell to Lolo Pass. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. For MAJOR impacts from snow, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. Hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute, especially over higher passes.
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The Hungery Creek to Lochsa River run is a popular whitewater river run located in the state of Idaho. This segment has a class rating of III-IV and a total segment mileage of approximately 9 miles. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1000 and 5000 cfs, with the best time to go being late May to early July.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles on this run, including the Hungry Creek Falls, which is a class IV rapid and the first major obstacle on the run. Other notable sections include the Chinese Wall and the Lochsa Falls, which are both class III rapids.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including required permits for commercial trips and a limit of 100 people per day during peak season. It is also important to note that this run is best suited for experienced whitewater enthusiasts, as the rapids and obstacles can be challenging.
Sources used:
- American Whitewater
- Idaho River Sports
- Northwest Rafting Company
Last Updated | 2024-12-25 |
River Levels | 4480 cfs (4.71 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 79% |
Status | |
Class Level | iv-iii |
Elevation | ft |
Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
Gauge Height | ft |
Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13337000 |
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
ST. JOE RIVER AT RED IVES RANGER STATION ID
2024-12-03T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
101cfs | 1.59ft | 3694ft |
NF CLEARWATER RIVER NR CANYON RANGER STATION ID
2024-12-25T01:45:00.000-08:00 |
1680cfs | 6.58ft | 1679ft |
SELWAY RIVER NR LOWELL ID
2024-12-25T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
1090cfs | 3.62ft | 1536ft |
SF CLEARWATER RIVER NR ELK CITY ID
2021-10-01T01:30:00.000-07:00 |
42cfs | 4.68ft | 3832ft |
CLEAR CK AT KOOSKIA NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY
2023-08-28T01:45:00.000-07:00 |
18cfs | 11.9ft | 1275ft |
SF CLEARWATER RIVER AT STITES ID
2024-12-25T00:15:00.000-08:00 |
489cfs | 3.26ft | 1322ft |
LOCHSA RIVER NR LOWELL ID
2024-12-25T00:00:00.000-08:00 |
905cfs | 2.52ft | 1456ft |