2025-12-17T18:00:00-07:00
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 241, 242, 243, 245 and 246. * TIMING...Until 6 PM MST this evening. * WINDS...West 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * 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.
Summary
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Stanislaus River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Stanislaus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Stanislaus R A Ripon Ca
USGS 11303000 |
192 cfs | 38.08 ft | 0 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
Historically, the river was used by Native American tribes as a source of food and water. Today, it is an important source of irrigation water for agriculture in the Central Valley. The river's flow is regulated by several reservoirs, including New Melones Reservoir, which was built in the 1970s and provides flood control, hydroelectric power, and water storage for irrigation. The Stanislaus River is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. A recent controversial issue surrounding the river is the potential removal of the Don Pedro Dam, which has been proposed in order to restore the river's ecosystem.