Streamflow discharge was last observed at 0 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.82 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 1 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by several small streams and springs and drains into the Long Island Sound. It is said that the river gets its name from being "five miles" from the nearest town. There are no specific tributaries or dams that have been noted. The river experiences seasonal flow variations, with high flow occurring in the spring and low flow in the summer. Interestingly, the river is home to several species of fish, including trout, which makes it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.
| Elevation | 388.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 1.82 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 0.17 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 40% |
| Year Over Year Average | 0 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 141 cfs |