Arkansas River At La Junta, Co. Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 22 cfs, and a gauge height of 7.04 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 29 .

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The river is fed by snowmelt and rainfall from surrounding mountains, and flows through various states before eventually emptying into the Mississippi River. The Purgatoire River, a significant tributary, joins the Arkansas River in La Junta. The river's flow exhibits seasonal trends, with the highest flows occurring during the spring and summer months due to snowmelt and increased rainfall. The river is also impacted by various dams, including John Martin Dam and Reservoir upstream of La Junta. Interestingly, the Arkansas River is known for its gold deposits and was a significant location during the Colorado Gold Rush of the late 1800s.