Streamflow discharge was last observed at 25 cfs, and a gauge height of 3.18 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 40 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is primarily fed by snowmelt from the Rocky Mountains and rainfall in Nebraska, with a significant portion of its flow coming from the Frenchman Creek and Willow Creek tributaries. Harlan County Dam is a significant infrastructure on the river, providing storage for irrigation and flood control. During the summer months, the river experiences lower flows due to increased water demands for irrigation. In addition, the river is a popular destination for fishing and recreation.
| Elevation | 2,461.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 3.18 ft |
| Temperature, air, °C | 20.3 deg C |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 25.2 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 168% |
| Year Over Year Average | 15 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 3,320 cfs |