Cherry Creek Below Cherry Creek Lake, Co. Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 8 cfs, and a gauge height of 4.34 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 7 .

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The primary constituents of the stream are seasonal snowmelt and rainfall. The stream is heavily managed with numerous dams and diversions along its length, including the Cherry Creek Reservoir, which serves as a major water supply for the Denver metropolitan area. The flow of the stream exhibits distinct seasonal trends, with peak flows occurring in the spring and early summer due to snowmelt runoff. Interesting hydrological features of the stream include occasional flash floods, which can result from intense thunderstorms and create hazardous conditions for recreationists.