Streamflow discharge was last observed at 21 cfs, and a gauge height of 0.66 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 25 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is regulated by several dams, including Ruedi Reservoir, which can impact seasonal flow patterns. In the summer months, the Roaring Fork experiences increased flow due to snowmelt and precipitation, while winter months see decreased flow. Interesting facts about the hydrology of the Roaring Fork include its designation as a Gold Medal fishery, with thriving populations of trout, and its historical use as a transportation route during the mining era. Overall, the Roaring Fork River is a valuable natural resource with diverse uses and significant ecological importance.
| Elevation | 8,006.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 0.66 ft |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 8020.32 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 21.3 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 25% |
| Year Over Year Average | 86 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 1,630 cfs |