2025-12-20T00:00:00-07:00
...THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR IN AND IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO THE FOOTHILLS, BETWEEN 5500 AND 9000 FEET, FOR BOULDER AND JEFFERSON COUNTIES ON FRIDAY... Strong west winds, sustained 45-55 mph with gusts upwards of 85- 105 mph, are expected in the foothills of Larimer, Boulder and Jefferson Counties beginning early Friday morning. Relative humidity values are expected to drop into the low teens, possibly upper single digits. While Red Flag conditions, critical fire weather, are expected across a larger area in northern Colorado, the most extreme conditions are expected to be along Highway 93 from Jefferson County into Boulder County and along US-36 north of Boulder to the Larimer County line and westward. There will be a high potential for fast moving wildfires, should any new starts occur. Winds toward I-25 and eastward will be slower to develop, and also speeds will be considerably lighter. That said, gusts of 25- 40 mph are still expected to combine with very low humidity and cured grasses to support critical fire weather conditions. Such conditions may be a longer duration than usual, with potential for low humidity to extend well into the evening hours. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 238, 240, 241, 242 and 243. * TIMING...From 10 AM this morning to midnight MST tonight. * WINDS...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible west of I-25, and gusts to 40 mph possible along and east of I- 25. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.
Summary
Total streamflow across the
Musconetcong River
was last observed at
75
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
148
acre-ft of water today; about 18%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
422 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2021-09-02 when daily discharge volume was observed at
4,860 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Musconetcong River Near Bloomsbury Nj
reporting a streamflow rate of 62.7 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Musconetcong River At Outlet Of Lake Hopatcong Nj
with a gauge stage of 1.28 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Musconetcong River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 923 ft, the
Musconetcong River At Outlet Of Lake Hopatcong Nj.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-19 |
| Discharge Volume | 148 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
74.6 cfs
-2.0 cfs (-2.61%) |
| Percent of Normal | 17.66% |
| Maximum |
4,860.0 cfs
2021-09-02 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Musconetcong River At Outlet Of Lake Hopatcong Nj
USGS 01455500 |
12 cfs | 1.28 ft | 0 | |||||
|
Musconetcong River Near Bloomsbury Nj
USGS 01457000 |
63 cfs | 1.26 ft | -3.09 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has a rich history, having been used for transportation and industry since the 1700s. It is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Lake Hopatcong and the Merrill Creek Reservoir, which provide drinking water to nearby communities. The river is also a popular recreational spot, with activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking. In recent years, efforts have been made to protect the Musconetcong River and its surrounding habitats through conservation and restoration programs. Additionally, the river plays an important role in agriculture, as it provides irrigation for farms in the area.