Illinois Flow Report
March 19 2024
Streamflow levels across
Illinois
are currently
57.0% of normal, with the
Mississippi River At Thebes
reporting the highest discharge in the state with
154000cfs and gauge stage of 14.33 ft.
Meanwhile, the
Sangamon River At Rt 48 At Decatur
is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a
16.67%
increase since yesterday, and currently running at
378cfs.
Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the
Kaskaskia River At New Athens, currently reporting a stage of
69.55ft.
The
Edwards River Near New Boston
in the
Flint-Henderson
watershed
is surging for this time of year at
867cfs, about
50.65% of normal.
Surface Flow Characteristics
Illinois has a humid continental climate, with precipitation occurring throughout the year, and an average annual precipitation of 39 inches. There are several major surface flows in Illinois, including the Illinois River, the Mississippi River, and the Wabash River. These rivers are fed by numerous tributaries, including the Kankakee River, the Des Plaines River, and the Rock River. There are also several major reservoirs and dams in Illinois, including the Rend Lake Reservoir, the Carlyle Lake Reservoir, and the Lake Shelbyville Reservoir. The state's hydrology is influenced by snowpack, with heavier snow and ice accumulation in the northern parts of the state. Overall, Illinois' hydrological conditions are heavily influenced by its geography, climate, and precipitation patterns.
Streamgauge Profile
Compare conditions across the state
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