+179.0 cfs (+37.29%) since yesterday
131.07% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
West Nishnabotna River
was last observed at
659
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,307
acre-ft of water today; about 131%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
503 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-04-21 when daily discharge volume was observed at
766 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
reporting a streamflow rate of 360 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the West Nishnabotna River, with a gauge stage of
7.98 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the West Nishnabotna River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,089 ft, the
West Nishnabotna River At Hancock.
Last Updated
2024-05-04
Streamflow
659.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
131.07%
Maximum
766.0 cfs
2023-04-21
About the west nishnabotna river
The West Nishnabotna River is a tributary of the Nishnabotna River, located in Iowa and Missouri, USA. The river has a length of 92 miles and is named after the Nishnabotna Native American tribe. The river's hydrology is largely influenced by precipitation and agricultural practices in the region. There are several small reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Lenox Reservoir, which was built in the 1940s for flood control and irrigation. The river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and camping. Its watershed is also vital for agricultural purposes, providing water for crops and livestock. However, the river has had issues with water quality due to agricultural runoff and erosion. Conservation efforts have been implemented to improve the health of the West Nishnabotna River.