Elk River Near Milner, Co. Realtime Data
ELK RIVER NEAR MILNER, CO.
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
127
Discharge (cfs)
1.7
Gauge Height (ft)
USGS 09242500
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 131 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.70 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 143 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by several tributaries including Middle Elk Creek and South Fork Elk River, and is affected by upstream dams such as the Stagecoach Dam. Seasonal trends in flow rates show peak levels in late spring and early summer, while winter months see lower levels due to ice buildup. Interesting facts about the hydrology of the Elk River include its classification as a Class II whitewater river for rafting and kayaking, as well as its role in supporting a variety of aquatic species such as trout and beaver.
July 15, 2026
| Elevation | 6,588.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 1.7 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 131.0 ft3/s |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Percent of Normal | 43% |
| Year Over Year Average | 296 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 7,570 cfs |
| Geolocation | 40.51, -106.95 |
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