-2170.0 cfs (-7.17%) since yesterday
121.67% of Normal
•
6 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Kankakee River
was last observed at
28,099
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
55,734
acre-ft of water today; about 122%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
23,094 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-02-22 when daily discharge volume was observed at
79,130 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Kankakee River Near Wilmington
reporting a streamflow rate of 12,700 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Kankakee River At Shelby
with a gauge stage of 8.96 ft.
This river is monitored from 6 different streamgauging stations along the Kankakee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 682 ft, the
Kankakee River At Davis.
Last Updated
2024-05-03
Streamflow
28,099.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
121.67%
Maximum
79,130.0 cfs
2018-02-22
About the kankakee river
The Kankakee River is a 133-mile river that flows through Indiana and Illinois. It was historically used for transportation and provided a source of water for agriculture. The river has a diverse ecosystem, with over 200 species of fish, including several endangered species. The river's hydrology has been altered by the construction of several reservoirs and dams, including the Kankakee River State Park Dam and the Wilmington Dam. These dams have been built for flood control, hydroelectric power, and recreation. The river is a popular destination for boating, fishing, and camping. The river and its surrounding wetlands also provide important habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. Agriculturally, the river is used as a source of irrigation for corn, soybeans, and other crops.