Conejos River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 1:15 AM, the Conejos River is flowing at 538 cfs near Mogote, CO — 533% of normal for the date and down 22% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 255 to 538 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Conejos River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Mogote, the Conejos River is running 538 cfs — 533% of normal, down 22% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 595% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Mogote (-22%) and Platoro Reservoir (-19%).
Paddlers: 0 of 11 runs on the Conejos River with a live range are in range and 11 running high.
How the Conejos River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Platoro Reservoir9,883 ft 255 cfs658%
- Mogote8,278 ft 538 cfs533%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Conejos River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (595%).
Conejos River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Conejos River Below Platoro Reservoir CO
Oct 3, 1:15 AM · USGS 08245000 |
255 cfs | 658% | -19% | 2.22 ft | 9,883 ft |
|
Conejos River Near Mogote CO
Oct 3, 1:15 AM · USGS 08246500 |
538 cfs | 533% | -22% | 3.21 ft | 8,278 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the Conejos River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
Dams & reservoirs on the Conejos River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Conejos River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Conejos River
The Conejos River originates in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado and flows through the Conejos Valley, eventually joining the Rio Grande in New Mexico. It stretches for 92 miles and has a rich history as a vital water source for early settlers and Native American tribes. The river supports several reservoirs, including the Platoro Reservoir and the Terrace Reservoir, which were built for irrigation and flood control purposes. These reservoirs also provide recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The Conejos River is also used for agricultural purposes, supporting the growth of hay, alfalfa, and other crops in the surrounding valley. The river's flow is heavily influenced by snowmelt and precipitation, with peak flows occurring in late spring and early summer.
Fishing near the Conejos River
About the Conejos River
How is the Conejos River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Conejos River is flowing at 538 cfs near Mogote, CO, about 533% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 255 to 538 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Conejos River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Conejos River is at 595% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
Is the Conejos River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.