Delaware Flow Report

RIVER FLOWS WEATHER HYDROLOGY
April 19, 2024



Streamflow levels across Delaware are currently 106.0% of normal, with the Brandywine Creek At Wilmington reporting the highest discharge in the state with 747cfs and gauge stage of 12.44 ft. Meanwhile, the Brandywine Creek At Wilmington is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a -4.84% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 747cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Brandywine Creek At Wilmington, currently reporting a stage of 12.44ft. The Brandywine Creek At Wilmington in the Brandywine-Christina watershed is surging for this time of year at 747cfs, about 17.25% of normal.


Surface Flow Characteristics


Delaware has a humid subtropical climate with moderate rainfall throughout the year. Major surface flows in Delaware include the Delaware River, the Brandywine Creek, and the Christina River. The Chesapeake Bay also borders the state. Major reservoirs include the Kent County Water Supply and the Betts Pond. The state is susceptible to coastal flooding and inland flooding due to heavy rainfall. Watershed data indicates that most of the state is within the Delaware River Basin, although small portions are within the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean Basins. Snowpack is typically low in Delaware due to the warm winter temperatures. Overall, the hydrology of Delaware is influenced by its coastal location, moderate rainfall, and dominant surface flows.


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