Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Mississinewa River At Marion
reporting a streamflow rate of 392 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Mississinewa River Near Ridgeville
with a gauge stage of 5.43 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Mississinewa River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 972 ft, the
Mississinewa River Near Ridgeville.
About the mississinewa river
The Mississinewa River is a tributary of the Wabash River, and it is located in northeastern Indiana. The river spans approximately 90 miles and has a drainage area of over 2,000 square miles. The Mississinewa River has a rich history that dates back to the Native American populations that lived in the area before European settlement. The river was an important resource for transportation and trade for these communities. Today, the river serves a variety of functions, including agricultural irrigation and recreation. The river also has several reservoirs and dams, including the Mississinewa Reservoir, which was created by the construction of the Mississinewa Dam in 1967. The reservoir provides flood control and recreational opportunities, such as boating, fishing, and camping.