2025-12-17T18:00:00-07:00
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 241, 242, 243, 245 and 246. * TIMING...Until 6 PM MST this evening. * WINDS...West 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 16 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
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Navarro River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Navarro River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Navarro R Nr Navarro Ca
USGS 11468000 |
28 cfs | 1.74 ft | 8.14 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river was named after José de Navarro, a Mexican land grantee in the area. It has a drainage area of 253 square miles and empties into the Pacific Ocean near the town of Navarro. The river flows through dense redwood forests and is home to several species of salmon and steelhead trout. There are no major dams on the Navarro River, but there are several small reservoirs used for agricultural purposes. The river is popular for recreation, including fishing, swimming, and kayaking. The Navarro River is an important source of irrigation water for local farms and vineyards. However, in recent years, droughts have impacted the river's hydrology and agricultural water supplies.