Streamflow discharge was last observed at 5 cfs, and a gauge height of 6.19 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 12 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river's primary water supply comes from snowmelt and rainfall in the San Juan Mountains. There are no major tributaries or dams near this gauge. The river's flow is highly seasonal, with peak flows occurring in May and June and low flows in the fall and winter. The Dolores River is known for its stunning scenery and offers excellent opportunities for hiking, fishing, and kayaking. Interesting fact: The Dolores River was once a major trade route for Native American tribes and was later used by Spanish explorers and traders.
| Elevation | 4,171.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 6.19 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 5.48 ft3/s |
| Specific conductance, water, unfiltered, microsiemens per centimeter at 25°C | 2040.0 uS/cm @25C |
| Temperature, water, °C | 26.2 deg C |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Percent of Normal | 8% |
| Year Over Year Average | 110 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 8,100 cfs |