2026-03-05T18:00:00-07:00
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Summary
Total streamflow across the
Navidad River
was last observed at
8
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
17
acre-ft of water today; about 111%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
8 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2024-01-25 when daily discharge volume was observed at
18,300 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Navidad Rv Nr Hallettsville
reporting a streamflow rate of 0.63 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Navidad River, with a gauge stage of
5.15 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Navidad River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 183 ft, the
Navidad Rv Nr Hallettsville.
15-Day Weather Outlook
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-08-08 |
| Discharge Volume | 17 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
8.39 cfs
-1.08 cfs (-11.4%) |
| Percent of Normal | 111.13% |
| Maximum |
18,300.0 cfs
2024-01-25 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Navidad Rv Nr Hallettsville
USGS 08164300 |
1 cfs | 5.15 ft | 80 | |||||
|
Navidad Rv At Strane Pk Nr Edna
USGS 08164390 |
0 cfs | 4.41 ft | None |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
It has a rich history, as it was inhabited by indigenous peoples and later played a significant role in Chile's colonization. The river's hydrology is influenced by seasonal rainfall and snowmelt in the Andes mountains. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Rapel Dam, which produces hydroelectricity and provides irrigation water for agricultural use. The river also supports recreational activities such as fishing and boating. Agriculturally, the river supports crops such as citrus and avocado, as well as livestock grazing. However, the river has faced challenges such as drought and pollution due to human activity, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts.