Summary
Total streamflow across the
Mojave River
was last observed at
17
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
33
acre-ft of water today; about 100%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
17 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-03-16 when daily discharge volume was observed at
3,730 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Mojave R A Lo Narrows Nr Victorville Ca
reporting a streamflow rate of 9.7 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Mojave River, with a gauge stage of
5.88 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Mojave River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,654 ft, the
Mojave R A Lo Narrows Nr Victorville Ca.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2024-02-16 |
| Discharge Volume | 33 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
16.6 cfs
-2.2 cfs (-11.7%) |
| Percent of Normal | 100.0% |
| Maximum |
3,730.0 cfs
2023-03-16 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mojave R A Lo Narrows Nr Victorville Ca
USGS 10261500 |
10 cfs | 5.88 ft | 13.45 | |||||
|
Mojave R A Barstow Ca
USGS 10262500 |
0 cfs | 3.13 ft | None |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has been an important resource for indigenous people for thousands of years and played a significant role in the transportation of goods during the gold rush era. The river is fed by several springs and tributaries, including Deep Creek and Cedar Springs. The Mojave River Reservoir and the Jess Ranch Reservoir are two major dams on the river that provide water for irrigation and domestic use. The river supports agriculture in the Mojave Valley and provides recreational opportunities such as camping, hiking, and fishing. However, the river is facing a range of environmental threats, including groundwater depletion, pollution, and invasive species.