Creek CO

West Elk Creek

Colorado • 38.6268, -107.2387

Hydrography profile Updated Dec 30, 2025

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USGS and NOAA data is for informational purposes. Source notes

Length

20 mi

32 km

Elevation

12,024′ → 7,518′

4,506 ft drop

Stream Order

Medium River

Slope

4.29%

226.8 ft/mi

Drainage

65 mi²

169 km²

Avg Flow

-- cfs

1.1 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

2,421 mi

3,896 km to ocean

Classification

Tributary

Mid-reach

Elevation Profile

Water Quality

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

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