South Skunk River Near Ames, Ia Realtime Data
SOUTH SKUNK RIVER NEAR AMES, IA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
239
Discharge (cfs)
3.9
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 239 cfs, and a gauge height of 3.91 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 477 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
It is fed by various small tributaries and drains a large agricultural area. The river's flow is influenced by seasonal variations in precipitation and agricultural practices, which can lead to significant fluctuations in water quality and quantity. There are no major dams on the South Skunk River, but there are several smaller ones used for irrigation and flood control. The hydrology of the South Skunk River is complex and dynamic, with many interesting features such as oxbow lakes and wetlands that support a diverse array of plant and animal life.
July 16, 2026
| Elevation | 928.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 3.91 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 239.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 253% |
| Year Over Year Average | 94 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 10,600 cfs |
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