Colorado River (Arizona), Lees Ferry (09380000)

StateArizonaLatestUnknown (8040 cfs)
RiverColorado RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-06-06 17:00 (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)
Discharge8040 cfs (median: 17600 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)
Height8.07 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)
TrendFalling (falling 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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A total of 0 rows are displayed.

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
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P75P80P90P95
2026-06-06 17:00 8.07 8040 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 16:00 8.09 8110 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 15:00 8.07 8040 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 14:00 8.07 8040 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 13:00 8.05 7970 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 12:00 8.00 7800 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 11:00 7.87 7370 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 10:00 7.66 6710 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 09:00 7.57 6440 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 08:00 7.63 6620 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 07:00 7.76 7020 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 06:00 7.95 7640 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 05:00 8.19 8450 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 04:00 8.45 9390 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 03:00 8.64 10100 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 02:00 8.72 10400 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 01:00 8.73 10500 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-06 00:00 8.70 10400 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-05 23:00 8.65 10200 98800 (1928) 1040 (1964) 31600 7500 9150 10800 12100 17600 47500 54000 79500 86500
2026-06-05 22:00 8.61 10000 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 21:00 8.52 9660 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 20:00 8.35 9020 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 19:00 8.18 8420 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 18:00 8.09 8110 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 17:00 8.09 8110 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 16:00 8.09 8110 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 15:00 8.09 8110 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 14:00 8.10 8140 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 13:00 8.09 8110 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 12:00 8.05 7970 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 11:00 7.95 7640 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 10:00 7.73 6930 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 09:00 7.58 6470 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 08:00 7.63 6620 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 07:00 7.76 7020 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 06:00 7.93 7570 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 05:00 8.19 8450 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 04:00 8.44 9350 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 03:00 8.63 10100 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 02:00 8.73 10500 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 01:00 8.72 10400 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-05 00:00 8.70 10400 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900
2026-06-04 23:00 8.67 10200 106000 (1928) 1030 (1964) 31600 7690 9330 11500 12300 17400 45900 56100 79300 84900

A total of 43 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2025.