* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 19 inches. In the central Idaho mountains, including the towns of Stanley, Ketchum, and Hailey, amounts will range from 5 inches at the lowest elevation to more than 24 inches on the very highest peaks. For the areas bordering Utah, expect 1 inch at the lowest elevations to more than 20 on the highest peaks in that area. In the eastern and southeastern highlands, snowfall will range from 3 inches at lowest elevation to more than 20 inches in passes heading to Wyoming. * WHERE...Big Lost Highlands/Copper Basin, Sawtooth/Stanley Basin, Sun Valley Region, Wood River Foothills, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park, Teton Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, and Southern Hills/Albion Mountains. * WHEN...From 5 AM Thursday to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
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The Whitewater River Run from Headwaters to Lady Face Falls in Idaho is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1,000 and 3,000 cfs, which typically occurs from May to early July. This run is classified as Class III and IV, with a segment mileage of approximately 6 miles.
One of the most notable rapids on this run is called "The Maze," which is a technical Class IV rapid with several tight turns and narrow channels. Other notable obstacles include "Boulder Garden," a Class III rapid with large boulders to navigate through, and "Lady Face Falls," a scenic waterfall that must be portaged around.
Specific regulations in the area include a permit requirement for commercial outfitters, as well as restrictions on camping and campfires. It is also important to note that the Whitewater River Run can be dangerous and should only be attempted by experienced paddlers with proper safety equipment.
Last Updated | 2024-12-05 |
River Levels | 595 cfs (2.09 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 57% |
Status | |
Class Level | iii-iv |
Elevation | ft |
Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
Gauge Height | ft |
Reporting Streamgage | USGS 13295000 |
Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
SF BOISE RIVER AT NEAL BRIDGE NR ARROWROCK DAM ID
2019-10-03T04:45:00.000-06:00 |
360cfs | 7.18ft | 3253ft |
BIG WOOD RIVER NR KETCHUM ID
2024-12-25T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
50cfs | 4.89ft | 6271ft |
NF BIG WOOD RIVER NR SAWTOOTH NRA HQ NR KETCHUM ID
2024-12-25T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
12cfs | 4.77ft | 6241ft |
SF BOISE RIVER NR FEATHERVILLE ID
2024-12-25T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
202cfs | 1.75ft | 4228ft |
CAMAS CREEK NR BLAINE ID
2024-12-25T00:45:00.000-07:00 |
7cfs | 2.18ft | 4869ft |
WARM SPRINGS CR AT GUYER HOT SPR NR KETCHUM ID
2024-06-30T01:30:00.000-06:00 |
77cfs | 9.72ft | 5867ft |
BOISE RIVER NR TWIN SPRINGS ID
2024-12-25T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
407cfs | 5.56ft | 3257ft |