Streamflow discharge was last observed at 1,700 cfs, and a gauge height of 27.52 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 9,212 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
It is influenced by several factors such as rainfall, snowmelt, and natural drainage. The river has several tributaries including the Tallapoosa River and the Coosa River. It is also regulated by several dams such as the Claiborne Dam and the Millers Ferry Dam. The river experiences seasonal fluctuations in flow, with higher flows typically occurring in the spring and lower flows in the summer. Interesting facts about the hydrology include the presence of several rare and endangered species such as the Alabama sturgeon and the Alabama red-bellied turtle, as well as historical significance as a major transportation route for early settlers.
| Elevation | 129.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Mean water velocity for discharge computation, feet per second | 0.08 ft/sec |
| Gage height, ft | 27.52 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 1700.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 14% |
| Year Over Year Average | 12,200 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 151,000 cfs |