Streamflow discharge was last observed at 28 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.28 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 32 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by snowmelt from surrounding mountains, as well as rainfall. There are no major dams on the river, but there are some smaller diversions for irrigation purposes. The river tends to have higher flows in the spring and early summer due to snowmelt, with lower flows in the late summer and fall. The Mad River is known for its scenic beauty and is popular for fishing and kayaking. In terms of quirky facts, the Mad River was once the site of a gold rush in the late 1800s.
| Elevation | 1,270.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.28 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 27.5 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 50% |
| Year Over Year Average | 55 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 821 cfs |
| Geolocation | 47.74, -120.37 |