Creek CO

South Rush Creek

Colorado • 38.8809, -103.6406

Reviewed mapped path Updated Dec 30, 2025

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USGS and NOAA data is for informational purposes. Source notes

Length

51 mi

82 km

Elevation

6,314′ → 4,786′

1,528 ft drop

Stream Order

Medium River

Slope

0.57%

30.2 ft/mi

Drainage

269 mi²

698 km²

Avg Flow

-- cfs

1.1 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

176 mi

283 km to ocean

Classification

Tributary

Mid-reach

Elevation Profile

Water Quality

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

Detailed hydrology

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