Yampa River Above Elkhead Creek Near Hayden, Co Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 104 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.20 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 136 .

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The flow in the river is primarily sourced from snowmelt and precipitation, with minor contributions from groundwater. There are no significant tributaries or dams in this section of the river. Seasonally, the flow is highest in late spring and early summer due to snowmelt, and lowest in the winter months. Interestingly, the Yampa River is one of the few remaining free-flowing rivers in the western U.S., meaning it has not been dammed or diverted for water storage or energy generation. This makes it an important habitat for fish and wildlife, and a popular destination for outdoor recreation.