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
Muscoot River
was last observed at
25
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
50
acre-ft of water today; about 42%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
60 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-07-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at
1,273 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Muscoot River Below Dam At Amawalk Ny
reporting a streamflow rate of 12.8 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Muscoot River, with a gauge stage of
8.58 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Muscoot River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 562 ft, the
Muscoot River At Baldwin Place Ny.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-09 |
| Discharge Volume | 50 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
25.2 cfs
+5.08 cfs (+25.25%) |
| Percent of Normal | 42.28% |
| Maximum |
1,273.0 cfs
2023-07-11 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Muscoot River At Baldwin Place Ny
USGS 01374930 |
12 cfs | 3.92 ft | 76.74 | |||||
|
Muscoot River Below Dam At Amawalk Ny
USGS 01374941 |
13 cfs | 8.58 ft | -3.03 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river was historically used for agricultural purposes, with several mills and factories established along its banks. Today, the river is primarily used for recreational purposes, with several parks and trails located along its length. The river is fed by several smaller streams and is regulated by two reservoirs, the Muscoot and New Croton Reservoirs. These reservoirs provide drinking water for residents of Westchester County and New York City. While the Muscoot River is not known for its hydroelectric potential, the New Croton Dam, located at the southern end of the New Croton Reservoir, is a major hydroelectric facility that generates power for the region.