-86.0 cfs (-3.26%) since yesterday
75.78% of Normal
•
4 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Nisqually River
was last observed at
2,555
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
5,068
acre-ft of water today; about 76%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,371 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2020-02-06 when daily discharge volume was observed at
42,400 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Nisqually River At Mckenna
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,030 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Nisqually River Near National
with a gauge stage of 4.92 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Nisqually River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,436 ft, the
Nisqually River Near National.
Last Updated
2024-05-03
Streamflow
2,555.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
75.78%
Maximum
42,400.0 cfs
2020-02-06
About the nisqually river
The Nisqually River runs 78 miles from the Nisqually Glacier on Mount Rainier to southern Puget Sound. The river was historically home to the Nisqually tribe, and was an important source of food and transportation. Today, the river and its watershed are managed by the Nisqually Indian Tribe, Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, and local governments. The hydrology of the river is influenced by seasonal snowmelt and precipitation. There are two major reservoirs on the river, Alder Dam and LaGrande Dam, which are used for hydroelectric power generation and water supply. The river is also used for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and rafting. Agricultural uses include pastureland and crops such as berries and vegetables. Efforts to restore and protect the river and its habitats are ongoing.
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