Little Colorado River Levels
June 2 2023
458 ACRE-FT
Discharge Volume Today
-3.0 cfs (-1.28%) since yesterday109.27% of Normal • 8 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Little Colorado River
was last observed at
231
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
458
acre-ft of water today; about 109%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
211 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed at
18,255 cfs
on
2023-03-24.
River Summary: The Little Colorado River is a tributary of the Colorado River that flows through Arizona and New Mexico. Its length is approximately 338 miles and it has a drainage area of 22,500 square miles. The river was historically used by Native American tribes for irrigation and as a source of water. Today, it is utilized for recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. The river's hydrology has been impacted by the construction of several reservoirs and dams, including the Glen Canyon Dam which created Lake Powell. These structures have had both positive and negative effects on the river's ecology and surrounding communities. The Little Colorado River is also used for agricultural purposes, with some farmers utilizing its water for irrigation.

Last Updated | 2023-06-01 |
Streamflow | 230.8 cfs |
Percent Normal | 109.27% |
Maximum |
18,255.0 cfs
2023-03-24 |