Florida River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 1:15 AM, the Florida River is flowing at 37 cfs at Bondad, CO — 82% of normal for the date and down 32% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 11 to 37 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Florida 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 Bondad, the Florida River is running 37 cfs — 82% of normal, down 32% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 140% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Bondad (-32%) and Flor Farmers Ditch (-16%).
How the Florida 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
- Flor Farmers Ditch7,082 ft 11 cfs198%
- Bondad6,015 ft 37 cfs82%
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 Florida River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (140%).
Florida River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Florida River Below Flor Farmers Ditch CO
Oct 3, 1:45 AM · USGS 09363050 |
11 cfs | 198% | -16% | 1.81 ft | 7,082 ft |
|
Florida River At Bondad CO
Oct 3, 1:15 AM · USGS 09363200 |
37 cfs | 82% | -32% | 3.49 ft | 6,015 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.
Dams & reservoirs on the Florida River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Florida River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Florida River
The Florida River is located in southwestern Colorado and is a tributary of the Animas River. It has a length of approximately 45 miles and a drainage area of about 200 square miles. The river has been used for agricultural purposes since the late 1800s, with irrigation ditches constructed to divert water for crops such as alfalfa, wheat, and barley. The construction of the Lemon Dam in 1963 has helped regulate the water flow of the river, ensuring a reliable water supply for agricultural and recreational uses. The reservoir created by the dam, Lemon Reservoir, is a popular destination for fishing and boating. The Florida River also has a history of mining, with several mines located along its banks. The hydrology of the Florida River is influenced by snowmelt and precipitation, with peak flows occurring in the spring and early summer.
Fishing near the Florida River
About the Florida River
How is the Florida River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Florida River is flowing at 37 cfs at Bondad, CO, about 82% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 11 to 37 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Florida River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Florida River is at 140% 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.
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.