Thorn Creek At Glenwood, Il Realtime Data
THORN CREEK AT GLENWOOD, IL
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
44
Discharge (cfs)
2.7
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 44 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.68 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 85 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The primary flow providers are urban runoff and precipitation, as well as groundwater. There are no major dams on the creek, but there are several small weirs and culverts that can affect the water flow. Seasonal trends show higher flow during spring and winter due to snowmelt and rain, while summer and fall show lower flows. Interestingly, the hydrology of the creek has been affected by urbanization, leading to increased flash flooding and erosion in the area. Overall, monitoring the Thorn Creek stream gauge is important for understanding and managing the impacts of human development on water resources.
August 25, 2026
| Elevation | 628.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.68 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 44.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 184% |
| Year Over Year Average | 24 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 2,180 cfs |
| Geolocation | 41.53, -87.62 |
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