Ashuelot River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Ashuelot River Levels

May 4 2024

2,425 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-133.4 cfs (-9.84%) since yesterday
45.53% of normal Very Low

Total streamflow across the Ashuelot River was last observed at 1,223 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 2,425 acre-ft of water today; about 46% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 2,685 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2021-07-20 when daily discharge volume was observed at 11,380 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Ashuelot River At Hinsdale reporting a streamflow rate of 610 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Ashuelot River Above The Branch with a gauge stage of 65.88 ft. This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Ashuelot River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 810 ft, the Ashuelot River Near Gilsum.

Last Updated 2024-05-04
Streamflow 1,222.7 cfs
Percent of Normal 45.53%
Maximum 11,380.0 cfs
2021-07-20

About the ashuelot river


The Ashuelot River is a 64-mile-long river in southwestern New Hampshire. The river flows through several towns, including Ashuelot, Winchester, Hinsdale, and Swanzey. The river's hydrology is largely influenced by the many dams and reservoirs along its length. The two largest reservoirs are the Highland Lake and the Surry Mountain Lake. The river has historically been used for water-powered mills, and today it is used for hydroelectric power generation. Additionally, the river provides opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The river is also used for agricultural irrigation in some areas. The Ashuelot River is an important natural resource for the region and is home to a variety of fish species, including trout, smallmouth bass, and walleye.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Ashuelot River Near Gilsum
USGS 01157000
80 cfs 2.82 ft -10.55
Ashuelot River Below Surry Mt Dam
USGS 01158000
134 cfs 5.69 ft -10.67
Ashuelot River Above The Branch
USGS 01158110
170 cfs 65.88 ft 10.39
Ashuelot River At West Swanzey
USGS 01160350
399 cfs 6.55 ft -9.73
Ashuelot River At Hinsdale
USGS 01161000
610 cfs 4.48 ft -9.63

Peak Annual Discharge

Ashuelot River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Ashuelot River Year Over Year Discharge


Log Your Visit

When was your last visit to ?

Add a Photo

How was it? How were conditions?

Rate the


Submit

Leave A Review


Submit

Upload an Image


Favorite Limit Reached