PARIA RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
December 21, 2024
37.00, -111.86


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

Total streamflow across the Paria River was last observed at 28 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 55 acre-ft of water today; about 110% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 25 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2013-09-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at 4,770 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Paria River At Lees Ferry reporting a streamflow rate of 14 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Paria River Near Kanab with a gauge stage of 7.35 ft. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Paria River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 4,359 ft, the Paria River Near Kanab.

The Paria River is a tributary of the Colorado River located in southern Utah and northern Arizona. It stretches for approximately 80 miles and drains an area of over 1,000 square miles. Historically, the river was used by Native American tribes for hunting and gathering. Today, it is mainly used for recreational activities such as hiking and camping. The river has several dams, including the Glen Canyon Dam and the Navajo Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and water storage for nearby communities. The Paria River is also used for agricultural purposes, with water diverted to irrigate crops in the surrounding areas. Despite its importance, the river is threatened by climate change, overuse, and pollution. Efforts are being made to preserve the Paria River and its ecosystem for future generations.

Last Updated 2024-12-21
Discharge Volume 55 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 27.6 cfs
+2.54 cfs (+10.14%)
Percent of Normal 109.54%
Maximum 4,770.0 cfs
2013-09-11
Seasonal Avg 25 cfs

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Paria River Near Kanab
USGS 09381800
14 cfs 7.35 ft 50.11
Paria River At Lees Ferry
USGS 09382000
14 cfs 4.5 ft -12.5
History of the River

The Paria River is a tributary of the Colorado River, approximately 95 miles (153 km) long, in southern Utah and northern Arizona in the United States. It drains a rugged and arid region northwest of the Colorado, flowing through roadless slot canyons along part of its course.

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