Puerco River Flow
The latest USGS readings for the Puerco River were last reported on September 30, 2026. Each gauge’s most recent value is listed below. ❤ Favorite
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Every gauge, dam and paddle run on the river, one tap each:
- Gauges now — which reaches are high or low
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Puerco River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
No gauge on the Puerco River has reported in the last 3 days. The table below shows each gauge’s last reading.
How the Puerco River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Puerco River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Puerco River Near Chambers AZ
Last reported Sep 30 · USGS 09396100 |
519 cfs | · | · | 1.14 ft | flood 18.0 ft | 5,718 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the Puerco River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Boundary Of Park (Original Park Boundary) To Western Boundary Of Park (Original Park Boundary) | No live range | · | 14–536 cfs typical | III–IV |
Puerco River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Puerco River
The Puerco River is located in Arizona and New Mexico, flowing for approximately 230 miles. The river has served as a key water source for indigenous people for thousands of years, and was later used by Spanish colonizers and American settlers. The hydrology of the Puerco River has been impacted by the construction of several dams and reservoirs, including the Bluewater Dam and the Ramah Dam. These structures have been built to control flooding and store water for agricultural use. The river also supports recreational activities such as fishing and hiking, and is an important habitat for various species of wildlife. However, the Puerco River faces challenges such as pollution and overuse, which threaten its health and sustainability.
About the Puerco River
How is the Puerco River flowing right now?
Snoflo has no USGS reading for the Puerco River from the last 3 days; the latest readings were reported September 30, 2026. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Puerco River running high or low?
Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Puerco River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Chambers (18.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Puerco River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.