2026-05-06T15:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 9 inches expected, heaviest on colder surfaces and west of I-25. * WHERE...Fort Collins, Boulder and the western suburbs of Denver, Denver, and Castle Rock. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon. Heaviest Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Heavy wet snow will accumulate on tree branches and powerlines, possibly causing them to break and lead to power outages. Despite lesser accumulations on roadways, slick and hazardous conditions are still possible for the Wednesday morning commute.
ESCAMBIA RIVER
Last Updated: May 4, 2026
Total streamflow across the
Escambia River
was last observed at
2,460
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
4,879
acre-ft of water today; about 39%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
6,325 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-06-23 when daily discharge volume was observed at
35,700 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Escambia River Near Century
reporting a streamflow rate of 2,460 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Escambia River, with a gauge stage of
5.32 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Escambia River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 42 ft, the
Escambia River Near Century.
Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 2 streamgages of the Escambia River
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-05-04 |
| Discharge Volume | 4,879 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
2,460.0 cfs
Past 24 Hours: -1160.0 cfs (-32.04%) |
| Percent of Normal | 38.89% |
| Maximum |
35,700.0 cfs
2023-06-23 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Escambia River Near Century
USGS 02375500 |
2460 cfs | 5.32 ft | 44.71 | |||||
|
Escambia River Nr Molino
USGS 02376033 |
2180 cfs | 0.33 ft | 13.54 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river was named by Spanish explorers, and it has played an important role in the history of the region. The river flows through a diverse range of landscapes, including forests, wetlands, and agricultural areas. It is fed by numerous tributaries, including the Conecuh River and the Blackwater River. The river is used extensively for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming, and it also serves as a source of water for irrigation and other agricultural uses. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Jim Woodruff Dam, which forms Lake Seminole in Georgia and Florida, and the Bayou Marcus Dam, which forms Bayou Marcus Lake in Florida. Overall, the Escambia River is an important natural resource for the region, providing water and recreation opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
Kinney Lake State Wildlife Area
Kinney Lake SWA
Hugo SWA Ponds
Karval Reservoir
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