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.
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| usgs-09169500 | 1000 - 3000 cfs | II-III+(IV) | 67d02h52m | 14 cfs (rc= -0.5 ) | ||||||||
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| When | River/Gauge | Subject | Level | Reporter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores03. Dove Creek Pump Station to Slickrock [CO] |
Lower Dolores River Canon
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n/a | Nathan Fey | |
| Dolores [CO] |
Dropping the final hole
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1200 cfs | will reeves | |
| 1y133d15h18m | /Dolores-3. Dove Creek Pump Station to Slickrock [CO] |
Dolores River
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0 cfs | Nathan Fey |
| 1y299d00h22m | @Dolores 03. Dove Creek Pump Station to Slickrock [CO] |
Account of 04/18/10
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n/a | Nathan Fey |
| > 10 years | @Dolores 03. Dove Creek Pump Station to Slickrock [CO] |
Snaggletooth Rapid
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1230 cfs | Thomas O'Keefe |