Bear River near Corinne — Streamflow Note

Current Status (2026-07-07): 425 ft³/s — Significantly Elevated

Bear River discharge is running substantially above normal, sitting at 176% of the 5-year median. This elevated flow reflects typical summer runoff patterns from snowmelt in the Bear-Great Basin region.

Trend Analysis:

• Week-over-week: +6.8% (425 vs 398 ft³/s) — Stable to slightly increasing
• Month-over-month: +4.2% (425 vs 408 ft³/s) — Modest rise over 30 days
• Year-over-year: +457% (425 vs 76 ft³/s) — Dramatically higher than same date last year, indicating much stronger runoff conditions in 2026

Context: The year-over-year comparison highlights a substantial difference in runoff intensity. Last July's reading of 76 ft³/s suggests either below-average snowpack or lower spring precipitation last year. Current conditions at 425 ft³/s indicate robust runoff, consistent with a stronger snowmelt season or higher precipitation during the 2025-2026 water year.

Monitor: Continue tracking for seasonal decline as summer progresses. Peak flows typically occur May-June; current levels suggest either delayed peak timing or sustained runoff from wet conditions upstream.