BOISE RIVER

BOISE RIVER

River Levels Streamgages Weather


Total streamflow across the Boise River was last observed at 2,159 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 4,282 acre-ft of water today; about 96% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 2,258 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2017-06-05 when daily discharge volume was observed at 27,530 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Boise River At Glenwood Bridge Nr Boise Id reporting a streamflow rate of 752 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Boise River Nr Parma Id with a gauge stage of 7.86 ft. This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Boise River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 3,257 ft, the Boise River Nr Twin Springs Id.

The Boise River is a 102-mile-long river in Idaho that flows through Boise and empties into the Snake River. The river played a crucial role in the development of the area, as it was used for irrigation and transportation. The river is fed by many tributaries, including the Payette River, and has several major reservoirs, including Lucky Peak, Arrowrock, and Anderson Ranch. These reservoirs were built to store water for irrigation and flood control. The river is also used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and rafting. The river provides water for agriculture, helping to sustain crops in the region. Despite challenges related to pollution and development, efforts have been made to preserve and protect the river's natural resources.

July 26, 2024

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Last Updated 2024-07-26
Discharge Volume 4,282 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 2,159.0 cfs
-8.0 cfs (-0.37%)
Percent of Normal 95.6%
Maximum 27,530.0 cfs
2017-06-05
Seasonal Avg 2,258 cfs
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Boise River Nr Twin Springs Id
USGS 13185000
433 cfs 5.62 ft 0.93
Boise River At Glenwood Bridge Nr Boise Id
USGS 13206000
752 cfs 4.38 ft -7.73
Boise River South Channel At Eagle Id
USGS 13206305
498 cfs 3.33 ft 1.84
Boise River At Caldwell
USGS 13211205
404 cfs 6.04 ft 13.17
Boise River Nr Parma Id
USGS 13213000
476 cfs 7.86 ft 9.68

Regional Streamflow

498

Cubic Feet Per Second

433

Cubic Feet Per Second

38

Cubic Feet Per Second

241

Cubic Feet Per Second

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The Boise River is a 102-mile-long (164 km) tributary of the Snake River in the northwestern United States. It drains a rugged portion of the Sawtooth Range in southwestern Idaho northeast of Boise, as well as part of the western Snake River Plain. The watershed encompasses approximately 4,100 square miles (11,000 km2) of highly diverse habitats, including alpine canyons, forest, rangeland, agricultural lands, and urban areas.



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