TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Jarbidge River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Jarbidge River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Jarbidge River is a 50-mile-long tributary of the Bruneau River in Nevada and Idaho. It flows through the Jarbidge Wilderness and is known for its rugged and scenic terrain. The river has a significant history as it was the site of a controversial environmental battle in the 1990s over the construction of a dam. The river is fed by snowmelt and springs, and its flow is highly seasonal, with peak flows occurring in May and June. There are no significant reservoirs or dams on the main stem of the river, although there are small irrigation diversions for agriculture. The river is popular for fishing and whitewater rafting, and the surrounding area is a popular destination for camping and hiking.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jarbidge River Below Jarbidge
USGS 13162225 |
5 cfs | 3.75 ft | 0 |
History of the River
The Jarbidge River is a 51.8-mile-long (83.4 km), high elevation river in northern Nevada and southwest Idaho in the United States. The Jarbidge originates as two main forks in the Jarbidge Mountains of northeastern Nevada and then flows through basalt and rhyolite canyons on the high plateau of the Owyhee Desert before joining the Bruneau River.
"Jarbidge" is a name derived from the Shoshone language meaning "devil". Indians believed the nearby hills were haunted.