The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 8 AM to 7 PM MDT Friday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 248, 249, 250 and 251. * TIMING...From 8 AM to 7 PM MDT Friday. * WINDS...Northwest 20 to 35 mph, with gusts around 45 mph. Gusts as high as 60 mph near the foothills of Boulder and Larimer Counties. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 16 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Sevenmile River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Sevenmile River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Sevenmile River Near Spencer
USGS 01175670 |
18 cfs | 9.69 ft | 3.03 |
The river has a long history of industrial use, with factories and mills once lining its banks. Today, the river is mostly used for recreation, including hiking, fishing, and kayaking. The river is also important for agriculture, as it provides irrigation for nearby farms. The river is not dammed, but several reservoirs along its length help to manage its flow and provide drinking water for nearby communities. The largest of these reservoirs is the Lake Pearl reservoir, which is managed by the town of Wrentham.