Salt River River Levels

Total streamflow across the Salt River was last observed at 1,213 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 2,406 acre-ft of water today; about 32% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,774 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-06-27 when daily discharge volume was observed at 65,336 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Salt River At Shepherdsville reporting a streamflow rate of 778 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Salt River Near Roosevelt with a gauge stage of 6.1 ft. This river is monitored from 11 different streamgauging stations along the Salt River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 5,694 ft, the Salt River Ab Reservoir Nr Etna Wy.

It has a total length of 200 miles and originates in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona. The river flows through several reservoirs and dams such as Roosevelt, Apache, and Canyon Lakes. The construction of these dams has provided hydroelectric power and water resources for irrigation, flood control, and recreation purposes. The Salt River Project manages the water resources of the river and provides electricity to millions of people in central Arizona. The river has played an important role in the history and development of the Phoenix metropolitan area. Today, it is a popular destination for outdoor recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. Additionally, the river is used for agricultural purposes such as providing water for crops and grazing land.