2026-04-18T08:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Prolonged sub-freezing temperatures reaching 18 to 25 degrees. * WHERE...All of the Front Range urban corridor and northeast plains. * WHEN...From Friday evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...If not drained or protected, damage to above ground irrigation lines will be possible. Freeze conditions could kill sensitive vegetation.
COCHECO RIVER
Last Updated: April 15, 2026
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 .
Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 1 streamgages of the Cocheco River
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cocheco River Near Rochester
USGS 01072800 |
167 cfs | 3.88 ft | 13.61 |
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.
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