East Nishnabotna River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


East Nishnabotna River Levels

May 4 2024

978 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+125.0 cfs (+33.97%) since yesterday
141.63% of Normal 2 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the East Nishnabotna River was last observed at 493 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 978 acre-ft of water today; about 142% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 348 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2024-03-27 when daily discharge volume was observed at 725 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the East Nishnabotna River At Red Oak reporting a streamflow rate of 369 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the East Nishnabotna River, with a gauge stage of 6.18 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the East Nishnabotna River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,109 ft, the East Nishnabotna River Near Atlantic.

Last Updated 2024-05-03
Streamflow 493.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 141.63%
Maximum 725.0 cfs
2024-03-27

About the east nishnabotna river


The East Nishnabotna River is a river in western Iowa, United States. It flows for approximately 70 miles, beginning in Audubon County and ending at its confluence with the West Nishnabotna River in Pottawattamie County. The river was historically used for transportation and trade in the region. It is now primarily used for agriculture, with irrigation systems drawing water from the river. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Lake Anita Dam and the Lake Icaria Dam. These reservoirs provide recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The East Nishnabotna River is also home to several species of fish, including catfish, bass, and crappie.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
East Nishnabotna River Near Atlantic
USGS 06809210
175 cfs 2.87 ft 25
East Nishnabotna River At Red Oak
USGS 06809500
369 cfs 6.18 ft 4.53

Peak Annual Discharge

East Nishnabotna River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

East Nishnabotna River Year Over Year Discharge


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