Blue River Near Dillon, Co. Realtime Data
BLUE RIVER NEAR DILLON, CO.
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
46
Discharge (cfs)
4.5
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 46 cfs, and a gauge height of 4.53 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 49 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is primarily fed by snowmelt and rainfall, with additional contributions from Dillon Reservoir. The river has several tributaries, including Tenmile Creek and Snake River, and is regulated by several dams, including the Dillon Dam. The river experiences seasonal flow variations, with the highest flows occurring in the spring and early summer due to snowmelt. The river is known for its trout fishing opportunities and is a popular recreational destination. Interestingly, the river was named for its blue color, which is caused by the reflection of the sky and trees in its waters.
July 14, 2026
| Elevation | 9,044.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 4.53 ft |
| Specific conductance, water, unfiltered, microsiemens per centimeter at 25°C | 196.0 uS/cm @25C |
| Temperature, water, °C | 10.7 deg C |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 46.2 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 37% |
| Year Over Year Average | 128 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 1,070 cfs |
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