2025-12-17T18:00:00-07:00
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 241, 242, 243, 245 and 246. * TIMING...Until 6 PM MST this evening. * WINDS...West 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 16 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.
Summary
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Cocheco River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Cocheco River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cocheco River Near Rochester
USGS 01072800 |
23 cfs | 2.81 ft | -2.6 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
It has played an important role in the history of the region, serving as a source of water power for mills during the Industrial Revolution. The river has a drainage area of 436 square miles and a mean flow rate of 297 cubic feet per second. The river is impounded by several dams, including the Milton Three Ponds Dam, which creates a large reservoir for recreation and fishing. The Cocheco River is also used for agricultural irrigation and is an important source of water for the surrounding communities.