2026-05-07T08:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 23 possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, north central, and northeast Colorado. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
BLANCO RIVER
Last Updated: May 4, 2026
Total streamflow across the
Blanco River
was last observed at
18
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
36
acre-ft of water today; about 162%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
11 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-06-13 when daily discharge volume was observed at
1,222 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Blanco Rv At Halifax Rch Nr Kyle
reporting a streamflow rate of 11.1 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Blanco Rv At San Marcos
with a gauge stage of 8.14 ft.
This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Blanco River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 916 ft, the
Blanco Rv At Fischer Store Rd Nr Fischer.
Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 5 streamgages of the Blanco River
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-05-04 |
| Discharge Volume | 36 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
18.39 cfs
Past 24 Hours: -7.57 cfs (-29.16%) |
| Percent of Normal | 162.03% |
| Maximum |
1,222.0 cfs
2025-06-13 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Blanco Rv At Fischer Store Rd Nr Fischer
USGS 08170950 |
2 cfs | 3.32 ft | 0 | |||||
|
Blanco Rv At Wimberley
USGS 08171000 |
5 cfs | 3.51 ft | -26.84 | |||||
|
Blanco Rv At Halifax Rch Nr Kyle
USGS 08171290 |
11 cfs | 0.91 ft | -33.53 | |||||
|
Blanco Rv Nr Kyle
USGS 08171300 |
0 cfs | 2.97 ft | None | |||||
|
Blanco Rv At San Marcos
USGS 08171350 |
0 cfs | 8.14 ft | -78 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
It is known for its crystal-clear waters and is a popular spot for recreational activities such as swimming, kayaking, and fishing. The river is named after the Spanish word for "white," as the limestone riverbed gives the water a milky appearance. The river also has a rich history, as it was once used by Native Americans and early settlers as a source of water and transportation. In terms of hydrology, the Blanco River is known for its flash flooding, which can be dangerous for those in the area. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Blanco and Wimberley Dams, which are used for agricultural purposes and to control flooding.
Kinney Lake State Wildlife Area
Kinney Lake SWA
Hugo SWA Ponds
Karval Reservoir
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