2026-03-14T21:00:00-06:00
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 238, 239, 240, 241, 242, 243, 244, 245, 246, 247, 248, 249, 250 and 251. * TIMING...From 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Saturday. * WINDS...West winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts 35 to 60 mph, strongest west of I-25 mid to late afternoon. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 7 to 14%. * 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 Threemile River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Threemile River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
15-Day Weather Outlook
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Threemile River At North Dighton
USGS 01109060 |
618 cfs | 4.97 ft | 6.55 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
Its headwaters start in Norton and flow through Taunton before meeting the Taunton River. The river has a rich history, once being an important source of power for the textile industry in the 19th century. Today, the river is used primarily for recreation and agriculture. The river has two main reservoirs, the Lakeville and the Norton Reservoir. These reservoirs provide drinking water to several towns in the area. The river also has several dams, including the Whittenton Dam which was built in 1836 to power a mill. Recreational activities include boating, fishing, hiking, and birdwatching. Agriculture in the area is centered around cranberry bogs which rely on the river for irrigation.