Total streamflow across the
Duchesne River
was last observed at
505
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,002
acre-ft of water today; about 87%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
579 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2011-07-02 when daily discharge volume was observed at
22,840 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Duchesne River At Myton
reporting a streamflow rate of 237 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Duchesne River Near Randlett
with a gauge stage of 5.94 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Duchesne River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 6,197 ft, the
Duchesne River Near Tabiona.
The Duchesne River flows through the Uinta Mountains in northeastern Utah, USA. The river is approximately 90 miles long and has a watershed area of 1,277 square miles. The river's hydrology is sourced from snowmelt and precipitation, making it an important source of water for irrigation and municipal use. The river also has several reservoirs and dams, including the Duchesne River Diversion Dam, the Rock Creek Dam, and the Starvation Reservoir. These structures provide water storage and regulate the flow of water downstream. The Duchesne River is a popular spot for outdoor recreational activities like fishing, boating, and camping. The river also supports agricultural activities such as hay, grain, and cattle production.
Last Updated | 2024-12-04 |
Discharge Volume | 1,002 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
505.1 cfs
+26.0 cfs (+5.43%) |
Percent of Normal | 87.26% |
Maximum |
22,840.0 cfs
2011-07-02 |
Seasonal Avg | 579 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Duchesne River Near Tabiona
USGS 09277500 |
91 cfs | 0.96 ft | 4.59 | |||||
Duchesne River At Myton
USGS 09295000 |
237 cfs | 3.92 ft | 55.92 | |||||
Duchesne R Ab Uinta R Near Randlett
USGS 09295100 |
113 cfs | 3.75 ft | 49.27 | |||||
Duchesne River Near Randlett
USGS 09302000 |
177 cfs | 5.94 ft | 41.6 |
The Duchesne River ( doo-SHAYN), located in the Uintah Basin region of Utah in the western United States, is a tributary of the Green River. The watershed of the river covers the Northeastern corner of Utah. The Duchesne River is 115 miles (185 km) long, and drains a total land area of 3,790 square miles (9,800 km2).