South Platte River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


South Platte River Levels

October 9 2024

5,322 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+45.0 cfs (+1.71%) since yesterday
80.96% of Normal 17 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the South Platte River was last observed at 2,683 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 5,322 acre-ft of water today; about 81% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,314 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-06-16 when daily discharge volume was observed at 90,736 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the South Platte River At South Platte reporting a streamflow rate of 499.00 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the South Platte River Below Union Ave with a gauge stage of 11.11 ft. This river is monitored from 17 different streamgauging stations along the South Platte River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 8,457 ft, the South Platte River Near Lake George.

Last Updated 2024-10-09
Streamflow 2,683.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 80.96%
Maximum 90,736.0 cfs
2015-06-16

About the south platte river


The South Platte River is a tributary of the Platte River and flows through Colorado and Nebraska. It is 435 miles long and has a rich history of being used for transportation, irrigation, and recreation. The river originates in the Rocky Mountains and runs through several reservoirs and dams, including Eleven Mile Canyon Reservoir and Chatfield Reservoir. These reservoirs are used for irrigation, hydroelectric power, and flood control. The South Platte River also provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, kayaking, and camping. In addition to its recreational uses, the river is an important source of water for agriculture, including crops such as corn, wheat, and alfalfa. Despite its many uses, the South Platte River faces threats of pollution and overuse, highlighting the importance of responsible management and conservation efforts.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
South Platte River Near Lake George
USGS 06696000
101 cfs 1.00 ft -10.62
South Platte River Above Cheesman Lake
USGS 06700000
118 cfs 5.06 ft 1.72
South Platte River Below Cheesman Lake
USGS 06701500
229 cfs 1.60 ft 0
South Platte River At South Platte
USGS 06707500
499 cfs 3.07 ft 0
South Platte River At Waterton
USGS 06708000
35 cfs 0.68 ft 0
South Platte River Below Union Ave
USGS 06710247
86 cfs 11.11 ft 0
South Platte River At Englewood
USGS 06711565
62 cfs 1.45 ft -3.72
South Platte River At Denver
USGS 06714000
119 cfs 2.86 ft 1.71
South Platte River At Henderson
USGS 06720500
226 cfs 3.42 ft -5.44
South Platte River At Fort Lupton
USGS 06721000
207 cfs 3.1 ft 0
South Platte River Near Kersey
USGS 06754000
349 cfs 2.22 ft 12.22
South Platte River At Masters
USGS 06756995
308 cfs 2.80 ft 8.83
South Platte River Near Weldona
USGS 06758500
358 cfs 2.45 ft 1.42
South Platte River At Fort Morgan
USGS 06759500
287 cfs 9.59 ft 0
South Platte River At Cooper Bridge
USGS 06759910
16 cfs 1.49 ft 0
South Platte River Near Crook
USGS 06760500
38 cfs 2.21 ft 0
South Platte River At Roscoe Nebr
USGS 06764880
55 cfs 2.59 ft 7.39

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