Winter Storm Watch
2026-05-06T15:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 9 inches expected, heaviest on colder surfaces and west of I-25. * WHERE...Fort Collins, Boulder and the western suburbs of Denver, Denver, and Castle Rock. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon. Heaviest Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Heavy wet snow will accumulate on tree branches and powerlines, possibly causing them to break and lead to power outages. Despite lesser accumulations on roadways, slick and hazardous conditions are still possible for the Wednesday morning commute.

TRINITY RIVER

Last Updated: May 4, 2026

Total streamflow across the Trinity River was last observed at 68,748 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 136,360 acre-ft of water today; about 49% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 140,943 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2025-05-09 when daily discharge volume was observed at 336,930 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Trinity Rv At Romayor reporting a streamflow rate of 10,800 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga with a gauge stage of 35.41 ft. This river is monitored from 19 different streamgauging stations along the Trinity River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,567 ft, the Trinity R Ab Coffee C Nr Trinity Ctr Ca.

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River Details

Last Updated 2026-05-03
Discharge Volume 136,360 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 68,748.0 cfs
Past 24 Hours: +523.0 cfs (+0.77%)
Percent of Normal 48.78%
Maximum 336,930.0 cfs
2025-05-09
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River Streamflow Levels
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Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Trinity R Ab Coffee C Nr Trinity Ctr Ca
USGS 11523200 		322 cfs 4.2 ft 2.22
Trinity R A Lewiston Ca
USGS 11525500 		1540 cfs 15.36 ft -3.14
Trinity R Bl Limekiln Gulch Nr Douglas City Ca
USGS 11525655 		1610 cfs 6.11 ft -3.01
Trinity R A Douglas City Ca
USGS 11525854 		1650 cfs 8.14 ft -2.37
Trinity R A Junction City Ca
USGS 11526250 		1690 cfs 3.69 ft -6.11
Trinity R Ab Nf Trinity R Nr Helena Ca
USGS 11526400 		1910 cfs 11.62 ft -4.02
Trinity R Nr Burnt Ranch Ca
USGS 11527000 		2410 cfs 6.2 ft -1.63
Trinity Rv Bl Dallas
USGS 08057410 		1180 cfs 2.78 ft -29.76
Trinity Rv At Dallas
USGS 08057000 		996 cfs 13.65 ft -28.35
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
USGS 08062500 		1980 cfs 4.56 ft -30.53
Trinity R A Hoopa Ca
USGS 11530000 		3870 cfs 14.8 ft -2.52
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
USGS 08062575 		2090 cfs 17.99 ft -25.62
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
USGS 08062700 		2760 cfs 12.28 ft -22.91
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
USGS 08064570 		2680 cfs 35.41 ft -26.78
Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood
USGS 08065000 		4580 cfs 10.82 ft -17.03
Trinity Rv Nr Crockett
USGS 08065350 		5680 cfs 9.92 ft 4.99
Trinity Rv Nr Goodrich
USGS 08066250 		10700 cfs 12.86 ft 4.9
Trinity Rv At Romayor
USGS 08066500 		10800 cfs 16.99 ft 22.17
Trinity Rv At Liberty
USGS 08067000 		10300 cfs 15.18 ft 51.03
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The river was first explored by the Spanish in the 16th century and has played a significant role in the state's history, serving as a transportation route for early settlers and a source of water for agriculture and industry. The river supports several reservoirs and dams, including the Trinity River Authority's Lake Livingston Dam and the US Army Corps of Engineers' Lake Lewisville and Lake Ray Roberts. These reservoirs provide flood control, water storage, and recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The Trinity River is also used for irrigation and supports agricultural activities in the surrounding areas.

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