Freeze Watch
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.

CONCHO RIVER

Last Updated: May 4, 2026

Total streamflow across the Concho River was last observed at 69 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 136 acre-ft of water today; about 241% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 28 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 61.5 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Concho River, with a gauge stage of 12.86 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 2026-05-04
Discharge Volume 136 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 68.53 cfs
Past 24 Hours: +51.73 cfs (+307.92%)
Percent of Normal 240.85%
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
7 cfs 1.68 ft -58.15
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
USGS 08136500
62 cfs 12.86 ft 348.91
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.