Patuxent River Below Brighton Dam Near Brighton,Md Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 65 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.79 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 48 .

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The river has several tributaries, including the Middle Patuxent River and Little Patuxent River. The Brighton Dam controls the flow of the Patuxent River and is a major source of drinking water for the surrounding areas. The seasonal trends of the river show that it is typically at its highest in the spring and lowest in the fall. Interestingly, the Patuxent River is home to several endangered species, such as the Maryland Darter and the American Eel.