Gunnison River Near Grand Junction, Co. Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 594 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.45 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 672 .

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The river is fed by snowmelt and precipitation from the Rocky Mountains and flows through the Black Canyon of the Gunnison before reaching Grand Junction. There are several dams along the river, including the Blue Mesa Dam and the Morrow Point Dam, which regulate the flow of water for irrigation and hydroelectric power generation. The river experiences seasonal variations in flow, with high water levels in the spring and early summer and lower levels in the fall and winter. Interesting facts about the river include its designation as a National Conservation Area, its importance for recreation such as fishing and whitewater rafting, and its role in the history of the region.