Virgin River

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Virgin River Levels

October 9 2024

6,626 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+611.1 cfs (+22.39%) since yesterday
397.14% of Normal 8 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Virgin River was last observed at 3,341 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 6,626 acre-ft of water today; about 397% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 841 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2023-03-16 when daily discharge volume was observed at 40,940 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Virgin R Abv The Narrows Nr Littlefield reporting a streamflow rate of 2,920 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Virgin River, with a gauge stage of 20.3 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 8 different streamgauging stations along the Virgin River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 3,508 ft, the Virgin River At Virgin.

Last Updated 2024-10-09
Streamflow 3,340.8 cfs
Percent of Normal 397.14%
Maximum 40,940.0 cfs
2023-03-16

About the virgin river


The Virgin River is a tributary of the Colorado River that flows through Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. The river is approximately 162 miles long and has a drainage area of about 4,000 square miles. The Virgin River has a significant history, with Native American tribes dating back thousands of years, and was explored by Spanish explorers in the 1700s. Today, the river is an important source of water for agriculture and recreation, with several reservoirs and dams along its length. The most significant reservoir is Lake Mead, created by Hoover Dam on the Colorado River, which controls the flow of the Virgin River. Recreational activities on the river include fishing, canoeing, and hiking in Zion National Park, while the agriculture industry relies on the river for irrigation. Despite its importance, the river faces challenges due to climate change and water management issues.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Virgin River At Virgin
USGS 09406000
74 cfs 7.53 ft 3.64
Virgin River Ab La Verkin Creek Nr La Verkin
USGS 09406100
52 cfs 10.8 ft -11.05
Virgin River Ab Quail Creek Near Hurricane
USGS 09408135
76 cfs 6.68 ft 1.33
Virgin River Near Hurricane
USGS 09408150
82 cfs 6.9 ft 4.85
Virgin River Near Bloomington
USGS 09413200
69 cfs 6.48 ft 0
Virgin River Near St. George
USGS 09413500
88 cfs 7.95 ft -4.57
Virgin R Abv The Narrows Nr Littlefield
USGS 09413700
2920 cfs 20.3 ft 25.32
Virgin R At Littlefield
USGS 09415000
101 cfs 4.81 ft 21.54

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