2025-12-22T17:00:00-07:00
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER TODAY... .Near record temperatures today, combined with another period of gusty westerly winds in and near the Front Range foothills will lead to critical fire weather conditions, especially from the Boulder county foothills south into South Park and the Palmer Divide. 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 this morning to 5 PM MST this afternoon. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 239 and 241. * TIMING...From 8 AM this morning to 5 PM MST this afternoon. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 9 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.
Summary
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the South Tyger River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the South Tyger River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
South Tyger River Below Duncan
USGS 02158408 |
58 cfs | 4.46 ft | -7.99 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has a rich history as it played a significant role in the industrial development of the region, with many mills built along its banks during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, the river is mainly used for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The South Tyger River is also used for agricultural purposes, providing irrigation water for farms and crops. The river flows into the Lake Bowen reservoir, which provides drinking water to the surrounding areas. The Lake Bowen Dam, located on the river, was built in the 1930s and is used for flood control and hydropower generation.