-7.3 cfs (-6.64%) since yesterday
93.15% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Little Patuxent River
was last observed at
103
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
204
acre-ft of water today; about 93%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
110 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2024-01-10 when daily discharge volume was observed at
8,570 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Little Patuxent River At Savage
reporting a streamflow rate of 71.9 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Little Patuxent River, with a gauge stage of
3.38 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Little Patuxent River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 267 ft, the
Little Patuxent River At Guilford.
Last Updated
2024-05-03
Streamflow
102.6 cfs
Percent of Normal
93.15%
Maximum
8,570.0 cfs
2024-01-10
About the little patuxent river
The Little Patuxent River is a 30-mile-long tributary of the Patuxent River located in central Maryland. The river was historically used for transportation and milling, and played a role in the Civil War during the Battle of Savage's Station. The river's hydrology is impacted by development and stormwater runoff, but efforts have been made to improve water quality through restoration projects. Additionally, it serves as a source of drinking water for the city of Laurel. There are two main reservoirs along the river, Brighton Dam and Triadelphia Reservoir, which provide drinking water and recreational opportunities such as fishing and boating. The river also supports agricultural land use, particularly in Howard and Montgomery counties.
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