Santa Cruz River Levels

June 5 2023

206 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today

-9.0 cfs (-7.96%) since yesterday
127.56% of Normal • 9 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Santa Cruz River was last observed at 104 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 206 acre-ft of water today; about 128% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 82 cfs, with recent peaks last observed at 20,367 cfs on 2021-07-26.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Santa Cruz River Near Cundiyo reporting a streamflow rate of 104 cfs. However, the deepest point on the river is located at the Santa Cruz River At Tubac with a gage stage of 19.6 ft. This river is monitored from 9 different streamgauging stations along the Santa Cruz River, the highest being perched at an elevation of 6,489 ft, the Santa Cruz River Near Cundiyo.

River Summary: The Santa Cruz River is a 184-mile-long river that flows through the southern part of Arizona and northern part of Mexico. The river has a rich history, with evidence of human activity along its banks dating back over 4,000 years. The hydrology of the river has been significantly impacted by human activity, including diversion of water for agricultural use and the construction of dams and reservoirs. The two main reservoirs on the river are Lake Patagonia and the Rio Rico Reservoir. The river is also an important source of water for irrigation, supporting agriculture in the region. In recent years, efforts have been made to restore the river and its ecosystem, including the removal of invasive plant species and the reintroduction of native fish species. The river also provides recreational opportunities, including fishing and boating.

Last Updated	2023-06-05
Streamflow	104.0 cfs
Percent Normal	127.56%
Maximum	20,366.8 cfs 2021-07-26