South Platte River At Henderson, Co. Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 207 cfs, and a gauge height of 3.33 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 167 .

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Major constituents of the river include snowmelt and precipitation runoff from the Rocky Mountains. The river is influenced by several dams and tributaries, including the Clear Creek, Boulder Creek, and Cache la Poudre River. Seasonal trends show that the river experiences peak flow during the spring and summer months due to increased snowmelt and precipitation. The hydrology of the river is interesting as it has been heavily modified by human activities such as water diversion and storage for agriculture and urban use. Despite this, the river continues to be an important source of water for both human and ecological needs.