River CA

East Fork Carson River

California • 38.6729, -119.6986

Length

68 mi

109 km

Elevation

10,184′ → 4,674′

5,510 ft drop

Stream Order

Large River

Slope

1.54%

81.3 ft/mi

Drainage

638 mi²

1,653 km²

Avg Flow

428 cfs

1.7 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

210 mi

339 km to ocean

Classification

Headwater

Source Stream

Elevation Profile

Water Quality

Data from EPA Water Quality Portal (USGS, EPA, state agencies).

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Access Sites on East Fork Carson River

There are 3 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on East Fork Carson River.