Streamflow discharge was last observed at 24 cfs, and a gauge height of 3.08 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 28 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river's flow is influenced by snowmelt, precipitation, and groundwater. The river is fed by several tributaries including the West Fork Carson River and the East Fork Carson River. There are several dams along the river, including the Lahontan Dam and the Derby Dam. The flow of the river is typically highest in the spring and early summer due to snowmelt and runoff, while the flow is lowest in the fall and winter. The hydrology of the river is important for agriculture and recreation in the region.
| Elevation | 4,582.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 3.08 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 24.4 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 122% |
| Year Over Year Average | 20 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 6,880 cfs |