South Platte River Near Weldona, Co. Realtime Data
SOUTH PLATTE RIVER NEAR WELDONA, CO.
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
71
Discharge (cfs)
1.3
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 71 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.33 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 66 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
There are several dams and reservoirs that affect the river's flow, such as the Prewitt Reservoir and the Jumbo Reservoir. Seasonal trends show higher flows during the spring and early summer due to snowmelt, while lower flows occur in the fall and winter. In addition, the river's hydrology is impacted by agricultural practices in the surrounding areas, such as irrigation diversion. Interestingly, the South Platte River is a popular destination for fly fishing and offers opportunities to catch a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout and brown trout.
July 13, 2026
| Elevation | 4,318.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, feet | 1.33 ft |
| Streamflow, ft3/s | 70.7 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 30% |
| Year Over Year Average | 241 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 7,800 cfs |
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