Summary
Total streamflow across the
Little Wood River
was last observed at
44
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
87
acre-ft of water today; about 100%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
44 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 43.9 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Little Wood River, with a gauge stage of
1.53 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.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-04 |
| Discharge Volume | 87 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
43.9 cfs
-2.5 cfs (-5.39%) |
| Percent of Normal | 100.0% |
| Maximum |
1,939.0 cfs
2023-05-06 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Little Wood River Ab High Five Creek Nr Carey Id
USGS 13147900 |
44 cfs | 1.53 ft | -5.39 | |||||
|
Little Wood River Nr Carey Id
USGS 13148500 |
1 cfs | 0.7 ft | -6.98 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
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.