Streamflow discharge was last observed at 26 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.68 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 31 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The flow of the river is largely dependent on snowmelt from the surrounding mountain ranges. The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Roaring Fork River, and is regulated by a series of dams, including the Ruedi Reservoir. Seasonally, the Fryingpan River experiences high flows during the spring and early summer months, followed by lower flows in the fall and winter. A unique feature of the river is its designation as a Gold Medal Trout Fishery, meaning it has high-quality water and supports an abundance of trout.
| Elevation | 8,216.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, feet | 1.68 ft |
| Streamflow, ft3/s | 25.9 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 23% |
| Year Over Year Average | 113 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 1,730 cfs |