South Platte River Above Cheesman Lake, Co. Realtime Data
SOUTH PLATTE RIVER ABOVE CHEESMAN LAKE, CO.
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
82
Discharge (cfs)
4.9
Gauge Height (ft)
USGS 06700000
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 82 cfs, and a gauge height of 4.88 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 82 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
It is primarily fed by snowmelt from the surrounding mountains, and its flow is moderated by dam releases from Cheesman Reservoir. The river has several notable tributaries, including Tarryall Creek and the North Fork South Platte River. The hydrology of the river is influenced by seasonal trends, with peak flows occurring during the spring and early summer months. Additionally, the river is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, including brown and rainbow trout.
August 29, 2026
| Elevation | 6,851.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 4.88 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 82.4 ft3/s |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 6847.73 ft |
| Percent of Normal | 51% |
| Year Over Year Average | 164 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 1,980 cfs |
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