2025-12-20T00:00:00-07:00
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS FRIDAY... Critical fire weather conditions over the northeast plains will gradually ease into this evening. Strong winds will redevelop in the foothills overnight, with high winds spreading slowly east across the nearby adjacent plains west of I-25 through the afternoon. Extremely high wind gusts of 85-100 mph combined with humidities dropping into the 10-20 percent range will create potential for fast moving wildfires, should any new starts occur. Winds toward I-25 and eastward will be slower to develop, and also speeds will be considerably lighter. That said, gusts of 25-40 mph are still expected to combine with very low humidity and cured grasses to support critical fire weather conditions. Areas farther east into eastern Adams, Arapahoe, Elbert, and Lincoln counties have more uncertainty if those winds even develop, so those locations remain under a Fire Weather Watch. Such conditions may be a longer duration than usual, with potential for low humidity to extend well into the evening hours. The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 10 AM Friday to midnight MST Friday night. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 238, 239, 240, 241 and 243. * TIMING...From 10 AM Friday to midnight MST Friday night. * WINDS...West 20 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph or more immediately next to the foothills. Gusts closer to 40 mph along and east of I-25. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 8 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a fast moving wildfire.
Summary
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Escambia River Nr Molino reporting a streamflow rate of 2,230 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Escambia River Near Century with a gauge stage of 3.78 ft. 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.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2023-08-05 |
| Discharge Volume | 7,656 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
3,860.0 cfs
-290.0 cfs (-6.99%) |
| 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 |
1450 cfs | 3.78 ft | -1.36 | |||||
|
Escambia River Nr Molino
USGS 02376033 |
2230 cfs | 1.76 ft | -5.11 |
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.