+85.0 cfs (+22.25%) since yesterday
110.95% of Normal
•
3 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Taylor River
was last observed at
467
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
926
acre-ft of water today; about 111%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
421 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2015-06-18 when daily discharge volume was observed at
4,625 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Taylor River At Almont
reporting a streamflow rate of 311 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Taylor River Below Taylor Park Reservoir
with a gauge stage of 3.53 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Taylor River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 9,333 ft, the
Taylor River At Taylor Park.
Last Updated
2024-04-23
Streamflow
467.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
110.95%
Maximum
4,625.0 cfs
2015-06-18
About the taylor river
The Taylor River is a 46-mile-long tributary of the Gunnison River in western Colorado, USA. Named after the Scottish explorer and fur trader James Taylor, the river was once used by the Ute Indians as a trading route. The river's flow is primarily fed by snowmelt, and it is known for its excellent fishing opportunities for rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout. The river also contains several reservoirs, including the Taylor Park Reservoir, which is a popular recreational area for boating and camping. Additionally, the river's water is used for agricultural purposes, supplying water to farms and ranches in the surrounding areas. The river is also home to several hydroelectric power plants, including the Taylor Park Dam, which generates electricity for the surrounding communities.
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