Gauge Information

Gauge Description:

Recommended minimum flows are 200 cfs for canoes/kayaks/inflatables, 800 cfs for small rafts to 14 ft., 1000 cfs for large rafts to 18 ft. Flow information hotline 970.565.7562. River users can expect approximately 19 days with flows of 2000 cfs which is ideal for this section. In some years there are no boatable flows. Check with the Dolores Water Conservancy District for information on the timing of spring releases.

Gauge Information

Name Range Updated Level
DOLORES RIVER AT BEDROCK, CO
usgs-09169500 1000 - 3000 cfs 08h44m 36 cfs (rc= -0.5 )

RangeWater LevelComment
1000.0000-3000.0000 barely runnable-high runnable

Report - Reports of Dolores 04. Slickrock to Bedrock and related gauges

Reports give the public a chance to report on river conditions throughout the country as well as log the history of a river.

Reports

When River/Gauge Subject Level Reporter
> 10 years Dolores River [CO] Dolores near Slickrock 1270 Thomas O'Keefe