2026-05-07T08:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 23 possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, north central, and northeast Colorado. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
LLANO RIVER
Last Updated: May 4, 2026
Total streamflow across the
Llano River
was last observed at
410
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
814
acre-ft of water today; about 219%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
187 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-07-14 when daily discharge volume was observed at
87,400 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Llano Rv At Llano
reporting a streamflow rate of 217 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Llano Rv Nr Mason
with a gauge stage of 5.8 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Llano River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,641 ft, the
Llano Rv Nr Junction.
Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 3 streamgages of the Llano River
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-05-04 |
| Discharge Volume | 814 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
410.2 cfs
Past 24 Hours: -105.7 cfs (-20.49%) |
| Percent of Normal | 218.89% |
| Maximum |
87,400.0 cfs
2025-07-14 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Llano Rv Nr Junction
USGS 08150000 |
69 cfs | 0.83 ft | -6.36 | |||||
|
Llano Rv Nr Mason
USGS 08150700 |
124 cfs | 5.8 ft | -9.49 | |||||
|
Llano Rv At Llano
USGS 08151500 |
217 cfs | 1.89 ft | -28.85 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has a rich history dating back to the pre-Columbian era, when it was used by Native Americans for irrigation and fishing. Today, the river is used extensively for recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, and kayaking. There are also several reservoirs and dams along the river, including Lake Buchanan, Inks Lake, and the Llano River Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and water for agricultural purposes. The river's hydrology is influenced by the region's weather patterns, which can lead to periods of drought and flooding. Despite these challenges, the Llano River remains an important resource for the communities that rely on it for both economic and environmental reasons.
Kinney Lake State Wildlife Area
Kinney Lake SWA
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