Streamflow discharge was last observed at 8,020 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.97 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 6,367 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The flow of water is influenced by the tides and the operation of locks and dams along the canal. The canal is an important waterway for commercial fishing and shipping, and it also provides a critical transportation link for the oil and gas industry. Seasonal trends in the flow of the canal are influenced by rainfall and storm surges, with higher flows typically occurring in the summer months. Interesting facts about the hydrology of the canal include the presence of a large population of alligators and other wildlife that depend on the unique ecosystem of the surrounding wetlands.
| Last Updated | |
| Gauge Height | 1.97 ft |
| Observed Discharge | cfs |
| Percent of Normal | % |
| Year Over Year Average | cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | cfs |
| Geolocation | 29.39, -90.73 |