Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

StateArizonaLatestUnknown (6350 cfs)
RiverColorado RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-11-07 12:00 (1 hour ago)Flood - The river is flooding. Obstacles can be treacherous or deadly. The river should be avoided at this stage for casual trips and definitely for the inexperienced. Trips should be attempted only with protective gear and equipment.Flood(none)(none)
Discharge6350 cfs (median: 8740 cfs)High - The river is high and potentially dangerous, especially for the young and / or inexperienced. Normal stream obstacles are sometimes difficult to navigate. Extended distances can be attempted, but canoe travel may not be advisable.High(none)(none)
Height7.59 feetGood - Conditions are ideal for a canoe or kayak. Boats typically will drag on fewer than one-quarter of riffles, if at all, and portages are unnecessary or rare. Normal float lengths can be attempted without a problem.Good(none)(none)
TrendRising (rising over 24 hours)Low - River is low but can still be floated. Some riffles are okay but most come with significant dragging and might need a portage. Float lengths should be reduced to accommodate low flow, dragging, and portages.Low(none)(none)
USGSExternal icon USGS Site (External icon Duck Duck Go Maps)Poor - River is too low to float comfortably. Most or all riffles will drag or must be portaged and some obstacles (such as slick shelf rock) cause undue problems. Avoid the river at this stage for casual paddling trips.Poor(none)(none)

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Trips for Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
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(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-11-07 12:00 7.59 6350 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10100 4790 5340 6250 6620 8740 11400 12500 17100 21300
2026-11-07 11:00 7.32 5580 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10100 4790 5340 6250 6620 8740 11400 12500 17100 21300
2026-11-07 10:00 7.12 5050 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10100 4790 5340 6250 6620 8740 11400 12500 17100 21300
2026-11-07 09:00 7.07 4920 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10100 4790 5340 6250 6620 8740 11400 12500 17100 21300
2026-11-07 02:00 7.33 5610 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10100 4790 5340 6250 6620 8740 11400 12500 17100 21300
2026-11-07 01:00 7.50 6090 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10100 4790 5340 6250 6620 8740 11400 12500 17100 21300
2026-11-07 00:00 7.70 6680 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10100 4790 5340 6250 6620 8740 11400 12500 17100 21300
2026-11-06 23:00 7.92 7370 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10100 4790 5340 6250 6620 8740 11400 12500 17100 21300
2026-11-06 22:00 8.06 7840 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 21:00 8.09 7940 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 20:00 8.09 7940 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 19:00 8.09 7940 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 18:00 8.08 7900 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 17:00 8.08 7900 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 16:00 8.04 7770 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 15:00 8.01 7670 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 14:00 7.92 7370 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 13:00 7.81 7020 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 12:00 7.60 6380 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 11:00 7.33 5610 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 10:00 7.12 5050 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 09:00 7.08 4950 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 08:00 7.07 4920 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 07:00 7.10 5000 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 06:00 7.10 5000 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 05:00 7.12 5050 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 04:00 7.16 5150 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 03:00 7.23 5340 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 02:00 7.33 5610 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 01:00 7.49 6060 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-06 00:00 7.70 6680 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300
2026-11-05 23:00 7.92 7370 39400 (2019) 1000 (1964) 10000 4060 5080 6060 6470 8600 11600 13200 17100 20300

A total of 32 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2025.