THE CHUTE - TOMSICH BUTTE TO HIDDEN SPLENDER
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
The "Chute Tomsich Butte to Hidden Splendor" river run in Utah is an exciting stretch of water with Class III and IV rapids. The run features a mix of tight chutes, boulder gardens, and drops, providing an adrenaline-filled experience. The best time to float this section is from late spring to early summer when the water levels are high enough to navigate the rapids. The recommended flow for this section is between 800 and 1,500 cfs. Some of the notable obstacles on the river include the Tomsich Butte Chute, the Hidden Splendor Rapid, and the Maze Rapid. Overall, this is a challenging section of the river that requires experienced rafters or kayakers.
Realtime River Levels
Muddy Creek Near Emery
USGS 09330500
Until 2024-07-27T06:00:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 10 AM Saturday to 10 PM MDT Sunday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 482 Western Uintah Basin, Fire Weather Zone 483 Southern Ashley National Forest, Fire Weather Zone 484 Tavaputs Plateau, Fire Weather Zone 488 Manti National Forest, Fire Weather Zone 489 San Rafael Swell, Fire Weather Zone 492 Central Utah West Desert, Fire Weather Zone 493 Central Utah Mountains, Fire Weather Zone 494 Henry Mountains, Fire Weather Zone 495 Color Country West Desert, Fire Weather Zone 496 Color Country Mountains, Fire Weather Zone 497 Mojave Desert and Fire Weather Zone 498 Grand Staircase. * WINDS...On Saturday, southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. On Sunday, southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts 25 to 30 mph. Winds are expected to diminish Saturday night before redeveloping early Sunday afternoon. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 6 to 15 percent. * IMPACTS...Critical fire weather conditions are possible. Any new fire starts or existing fires may spread rapidly.
July 26, 2024
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| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 14 cfs (3.81 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 219% |
| Optimal Range | 180-700 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II to II+ |
| Elevation | 6,435 ft |
| Run Length | 15.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 27 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 28.5 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.9 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
Muddy Creek Near Emery
USGS 09330500 |
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