Streamflow levels across
Illinois
are currently
78.0% of normal, with the
Mississippi River At Thebes
reporting the highest discharge in the state with
239000cfs and gauge stage of 21.03 ft.
Meanwhile, the
Middle Fork Vermilion River Above Oakwood
is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a
104.15%
increase since yesterday, and currently running at
1280cfs.
Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the
Kaskaskia River At New Athens, currently reporting a stage of
69.69ft.
The
Middle Fork Vermilion River Above Oakwood
in the
Vermilion
watershed
is surging for this time of year at
1280cfs, about
253.95% of normal.
Surface Flow Characteristics
Illinois has a humid continental climate, with precipitation occurring throughout the year, and an average annual precipitation of 39 inches. There are several major surface flows in Illinois, including the Illinois River, the Mississippi River, and the Wabash River. These rivers are fed by numerous tributaries, including the Kankakee River, the Des Plaines River, and the Rock River. There are also several major reservoirs and dams in Illinois, including the Rend Lake Reservoir, the Carlyle Lake Reservoir, and the Lake Shelbyville Reservoir. The state's hydrology is influenced by snowpack, with heavier snow and ice accumulation in the northern parts of the state. Overall, Illinois' hydrological conditions are heavily influenced by its geography, climate, and precipitation patterns.
Streamgauge Profile
Statewide Warnings & Alerts
CASS, IL; FULTON, IL; MASON, IL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Illinois River at Beardstown affecting Cass, Morgan, Schuyler and Brown Counties. Illinois River near Havana affecting Fulton, Mason and Cass Counties. .The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring ...
Rivers of Illinois
Watersheds of Illinois
Popular Whitewater Destinations
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