Roaring Fork River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Roaring Fork River Levels

October 9 2024

1,811 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-40.4 cfs (-4.24%) since yesterday
80.83% of Normal 5 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Roaring Fork River was last observed at 913 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,811 acre-ft of water today; about 81% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,129 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2011-07-01 when daily discharge volume was observed at 15,517 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs reporting a streamflow rate of 512 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Roaring Fork River Near Emma with a gauge stage of 5.19 ft. This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Roaring Fork River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 10,528 ft, the Roaring Fork River Ab Lost Man C.

Last Updated 2024-10-09
Streamflow 912.8 cfs
Percent of Normal 80.83%
Maximum 15,516.7 cfs
2011-07-01

About the roaring fork river


The Roaring Fork River is a tributary of the Colorado River that flows through central Colorado. The river is approximately 70 miles long and begins at Independence Pass, a high mountain pass in the Rocky Mountains. The Roaring Fork River is known for its whitewater rafting and fly fishing opportunities. The river's hydrology is influenced by the melting snowpack from the surrounding mountains, and its flow can vary greatly depending on the season. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, with irrigation ditches diverting water for farming in the surrounding valleys. Several reservoirs and dams have been built along the river, including Ruedi Reservoir and the Grizzly Reservoir Dam. These structures help control the river's flow and provide water for downstream communities. Despite human intervention, the Roaring Fork River remains a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and a vital resource for the surrounding communities.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Roaring Fork River Ab Lost Man C
USGS 09072550
0 cfs 1.44 ft None
Roaring Fork River Ab Difficult C Nr Aspen
USGS 09073300
19 cfs 1.16 ft 3.19
Roaring Fork River Near Aspen
USGS 09073400
25 cfs 0.69 ft 0
Roaring Fork River Near Emma
USGS 09081000
356 cfs 5.19 ft -2.2
Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs
USGS 09085000
512 cfs 1.84 ft -6.06

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