Uncompahgre River Near Ridgway, Co. Realtime Data
UNCOMPAHGRE RIVER NEAR RIDGWAY, CO.
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
31
Discharge (cfs)
1.8
Gauge Height (ft)
USGS 09146200
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 31 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.75 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 34 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is primarily fed by snowmelt and precipitation, and there are no major dams or tributaries that significantly affect its flow. The river experiences seasonal trends, with peak flow occurring in May-June and low flow in December-January. Interestingly, the Uncompahgre River is known for its unique color, which is attributed to the abundant minerals in the surrounding rocks. Overall, the Uncompahgre River is an important water source for the region and its hydrology is closely monitored.
August 15, 2026
| Elevation | 6,886.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 1.75 ft |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 6883.59 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 30.9 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 25% |
| Year Over Year Average | 125 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 1,420 cfs |
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