-50.0 cfs (-0.36%) since yesterday
49.31% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Spokane River
was last observed at
13,970
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
27,709
acre-ft of water today; about 49%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
28,333 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2017-03-28 when daily discharge volume was observed at
113,200 cfs.
The Spokane River is a 111-mile long river located in eastern Washington and northern Idaho. It has played a significant role in the history of the region, serving as a transportation route for Native American tribes and European settlers. The river originates at Lake Coeur d'Alene and flows westward through Spokane, ultimately joining the Columbia River. The Spokane River is heavily regulated through several hydroelectric dams and reservoirs, including Long Lake, Lake Spokane, and Little Falls Dam. These dams provide hydroelectric power while also regulating water levels for agricultural uses and recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Despite these uses, the Spokane River has faced environmental challenges such as pollution and habitat degradation in recent years, leading to conservation efforts to restore its health.