Upper Colorado Mainstem Outlook


Spring runoff forecasts for the Upper Colorado and Gunnison have either remained unchanged or increased slightly since April 1. Forecasts have dropped approximately 10 to 15 percent of average on the Dolores.

April-July streamflow forecasts for the Upper Colorado Mainstem are as follows:

Colorado River (mainstem):
Much Above Average

Gunnison River:
Near Average

Dolores River:
Much Below Average


Water Supply Outlook for the Upper Colorado - May, 1996
Colorado Basin River Forecast Center (http://www.cbrfc.gov)
Last Modified: Wednesday, 20-Mar-2024 17:11:07 UTC