Kaskaskia River At Shelbyville, Il Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 918 cfs, and a gauge height of 9.16 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 1,460 .

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The Kaskaskia River is a tributary of the Mississippi River and flows through central Illinois, providing drinking water to many communities. Its flow is influenced by rainfall, snowmelt, and nearby dams. The seasonality of the river varies, but typically it experiences high flow in the spring and low flow in the summer. The Kaskaskia River is also home to several species of fish, including largemouth bass and catfish. Additionally, the river has a rich history and was once used as a transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers.