19 Apr 2023

23-029 Boise River flows to increase April 20

BOISE, Idaho -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation will continue to increase Boise River flows through the City of Boise on April 20. These releases will help reduce the risk of flooding during periods of high snow runoff anticipated later this spring. Officials encourage the public to be aware of risks associated with increased Boise River flows. The water is deep, cold and fast. Individuals should use extreme caution near the riverbanks.

16 Jun 2022

22-048 Boise River flows to start reducing as Lucky Peak is topped off next week

BOISE, Idaho – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation have begun to reduce Boise River flows through the city of Boise. Currently flows passing the Glenwood Bridge are approximately 2,400 cubic feet per second (cfs) which will be reduced by 500 cfs tomorrow Friday, June 17, 2022.

12 Jun 2022

22-043 Boise River flows to increase to balance remaining space with recent rainfall

BOISE, Idaho – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation will increase Boise River flows through the City of Boise from approximately 1,250 to 2,750 cubic feet per second (cfs), on Monday, June 13, 2022.

27 Apr 2022

Dry Conditions expected in the Boise River system

BOISE, Idaho – The Boise River basin is expected to have a lower water supply than usual, this year, due to dry basin conditions.

14 Jul 2021

21-038 Lucky Peak Reservoir pool lowering early to meet irrigation demands

BOISE, Idaho – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation will begin lowering the pool elevation of Lucky Peak Reservoir on Friday, July 23 to meet irrigation demand. This drawdown is earlier than previous years due to extremely dry and hot weather conditions and below normal runoff.