-261.0 cfs (-14.29%) since yesterday
38.67% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Cuyahoga River
was last observed at
1,566
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
3,106
acre-ft of water today; about 39%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
4,050 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2022-02-18 when daily discharge volume was observed at
34,687 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Cuyahoga River At Ltv Steel Cleveland Oh
reporting a streamflow rate of 495 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Cuyahoga River, with a gauge stage of
22.94 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Cuyahoga River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,096 ft, the
Cuyahoga River At Hiram Rapids Oh.
Last Updated
2024-05-02
Streamflow
1,566.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
38.67%
Maximum
34,687.0 cfs
2022-02-18
About the cuyahoga river
The Cuyahoga River is a 100-mile-long river that flows through northeastern Ohio, emptying into Lake Erie. Historically, the river suffered from pollution due to industrial waste, leading to a fire in 1969 that sparked the environmental movement. Since then, significant efforts have been made to clean up the river, including the removal of dams and pollutants. The river's hydrology is impacted by seasonal precipitation and snowmelt. There are several reservoirs along the river, including Lake Rockwell and Lake Milton, which provide drinking water and recreational opportunities such as boating and fishing. The river also supports agriculture, with nearby farms using the river for irrigation. The Cuyahoga River remains an important natural resource in Ohio, with ongoing efforts to protect and preserve its ecosystem.
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