2026-04-13T20:00:00-06:00
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CONCHO RIVER
Last Updated: April 13, 2026
Total streamflow across the
Concho River
was last observed at
721
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,430
acre-ft of water today; about 288%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
250 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-07-05 when daily discharge volume was observed at
28,792 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
reporting a streamflow rate of 629 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Concho River, with a gauge stage of
13.7 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Concho River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,800 ft, the
Concho Rv At San Angelo.
Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 2 streamgages of the Concho River
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-04-13 |
| Discharge Volume | 1,430 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
720.8 cfs
Past 24 Hours: -252.2 cfs (-25.92%) |
| Percent of Normal | 287.9% |
| Maximum |
28,792.0 cfs
2025-07-05 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Concho Rv At San Angelo
USGS 08136000 |
92 cfs | 2.2 ft | -90.57 | |||||
|
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
USGS 08136500 |
629 cfs | 13.7 ft | 2588.03 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river's name comes from the numerous shells, or conch, found along its banks. The river has a rich history dating back to the 1700s, with the first European exploration in the area conducted by Spanish explorers. The Concho River is a tributary of the Colorado River and is fed by numerous springs and creeks. The river is home to two major reservoirs: the O.H. Ivie Reservoir and the Twin Buttes Reservoir. These reservoirs provide water for irrigation and municipal use in the surrounding areas. The Concho River also has significant recreational use, with activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming popular among visitors. Additionally, the river and surrounding area support various agricultural activities, including livestock grazing and crop production.
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