Streamflow discharge was last observed at 59 cfs, and a gauge height of 3.82 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 92 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is a tributary of the Wabash River and its flow is provided by precipitation and groundwater. There are several dams along the river, including the Lake Charleston Dam and the Greenup Dam. The river experiences seasonal trends, with high flow in the spring due to snowmelt and precipitation and low flow in the summer and fall. Interestingly, the Embarras River has been designated as an Illinois State Scenic River due to its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.
| Elevation | 644.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 3.82 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 59.2 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 107% |
| Year Over Year Average | 55 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 6,470 cfs |