TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE
Total streamflow across the
Salmon River
was last observed at
2,221
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
4,405
acre-ft of water today; about 27%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
8,308 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2017-06-02 when daily discharge volume was observed at
129,510 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Salmon River At White Bird Id
reporting a streamflow rate of 3,910 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Salmon River, with a gauge stage of
12.48 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 9 different streamgauging stations along the Salmon River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 5,911 ft, the
Salmon River Bl Yankee Fork Nr Clayton Id.
The Salmon River is a 425-mile-long river in western Idaho that is known for its world-class rapids and salmon fishing. The river's history dates back to the Native American tribes that used the river for fishing and transportation. The river's hydrology is influenced by its headwaters in the Sawtooth Mountains, which provide a consistent flow of cold, clear water. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Lower Salmon Falls Dam and the Little Salmon River Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and irrigation for agricultural purposes. The Salmon River is also popular for recreational activities, including rafting, fishing, and camping. The river's diverse landscape and rich history make it a unique destination for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
| Last Updated | 2024-12-21 |
| Discharge Volume | 4,405 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
2,221.0 cfs
-1.0 cfs (-0.05%) |
| Percent of Normal | 26.73% |
| Maximum |
129,510.0 cfs
2017-06-02 |
| Seasonal Avg | 8,308 cfs |
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Salmon River Bl Yankee Fork Nr Clayton Id
USGS 13296500 |
431 cfs | 2.08 ft | 7.21 | |||||
|
Salmon River Canal Co Canal Nr Rogerson Id
USGS 13106000 |
20 cfs | 0.70 ft | ||||||
|
Salmon River At Salmon Id
USGS 13302500 |
1020 cfs | 2.21 ft | 3.87 | |||||
|
Salmon River Nr Shoup Id
USGS 13307000 |
1500 cfs | 2.27 ft | 4.17 | |||||
|
Salmon River At White Bird Id
USGS 13317000 |
3910 cfs | 12.48 ft | 0 | |||||
|
Salmon R A Somes Bar Ca
USGS 11522500 |
3180 cfs | 4.87 ft | -1.55 | |||||
|
Salmon River At Pineville Ny
USGS 04250200 |
1790 cfs | 7.41 ft | -1.65 | |||||
|
Salmon River At South Plattsburgh Ny
USGS 04273700 |
70 cfs | 1.37 ft | 12.04 | |||||
|
Salmon River Near East Hampton
USGS 01193500 |
191 cfs | 3.08 ft | -29 |
History of the River
The Salmon River is located in Idaho in the northwestern United States. The Salmon is also known as "The River of No Return". It flows for 425 miles (685 km) through central Idaho, draining a rugged, thinly populated watershed of 14,000 square miles (36,000 km2) and dropping more than 7,000 feet (2,100 m) between its headwaters, near Galena Summit above the Sawtooth Valley in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, and its confluence with the Snake River. Measured at White Bird, its average discharge is 11,060 cubic feet per second (82,700 US gal/s; 313 m3/s). It is one of the largest rivers in the continental United States without a single dam on its mainstem.Cities located along the Salmon River include Stanley, Clayton, Challis, Salmon, Riggins, and White Bird. Redfish Lake and Little Redfish Lake near Stanley, which flow into the river via Redfish Lake Creek, are the terminus of the longest Pacific sockeye salmon migration in North America.The lower half of the river provides the time zone boundary for the state, with northern Idaho on Pacific time and the rest of the state on Mountain time.