These plots display streamflow, water temperature, and meteorological data in a manner that is comparable to the curated datasets used by City of Steamboat Springs to forecast water temperature conditions in the Yampa River.

Observed streamflow and water temperature are measured at the USGS station at the Yampa River at Steamboat Springs (USGS station #09239500). Observed streamflow and water temperatures are displayed as 1-hour rolling averages, matching the data-averaging approach in the decision-support tool.

Forecasted streamflow are provided by the Colorado Basin River Forecast Center. Streamflow forecasts are summarized to maximum and minimum daily flow.

Observed air temperatures and relative humidity are measured at the National Weather Service station at the Steamboat Springs Airport (KSBS). Forecasted air temperature and relative humidity are also provided at the National Weather Service station at the Steamboat Springs Airport (KSBS). Meterological data are displayed as 1-hour rolling averages, matching the data-averaging approach in the decision-support tool.