2026-03-14T21:00:00-06:00
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250 and 251. * TIMING...From 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Saturday. * WINDS...West winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 60 mph, strongest west of I-25 mid to late afternoon. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 7 to 14%. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.
Summary
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Saugus River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Saugus River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
15-Day Weather Outlook
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Saugus R At Saugus Iron Works At Saugus
USGS 01102345 |
88 cfs | 3.17 ft | 5.01 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has played an important role in the history of the region, with its lower reaches being home to a number of mills and factories during the Industrial Revolution. Today, the river is primarily used for recreational purposes, with parks and trails lining its banks. The river is also important for its ecological value, as it supports a variety of plant and animal species, including several endangered species. The Saugus River is fed by several reservoirs, including Lake Quannapowitt, which is used as a drinking water source for several local communities. There are several dams along the river, including the Saugus Great Pond Dam, which was built in the early 1700s and is one of the oldest dams in the United States.