-2.0 cfs (-0.71%) since yesterday
44.15% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Little Wood River
was last observed at
281
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
557
acre-ft of water today; about 44%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
637 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-05-06 when daily discharge volume was observed at
1,939 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Little Wood River Ab High Five Creek Nr Carey Id
reporting a streamflow rate of 281 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Little Wood River, with a gauge stage of
2.85 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Little Wood River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 5,315 ft, the
Little Wood River Ab High Five Creek Nr Carey Id.
Last Updated
2024-04-26
Streamflow
281.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
44.15%
Maximum
1,939.0 cfs
2023-05-06
About the little wood river
The Little Wood River is a tributary of the Big Wood River that flows through south central Idaho. The river is approximately 99 miles long and has a drainage basin of 1,533 square miles. The Little Wood River is fed by snowmelt from the surrounding mountains and serves as a critical water source for agricultural irrigation in the region.
The Little Wood River also features several reservoirs and dams, including the Magic Reservoir and the Salmon Falls Creek Dam. These structures provide additional water storage for irrigation and recreational activities, such as fishing and boating.
In addition to its agricultural and recreational uses, the Little Wood River has a rich history. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, and later became a site for mining and ranching. Today, the river and its surrounding lands are managed by the Bureau of Land Management and offer opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing.
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