Lackawanna River At Old Forge, Pa Realtime Data
LACKAWANNA RIVER AT OLD FORGE, PA
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
221
Discharge (cfs)
2.6
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 221 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.63 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 156 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river's flow is influenced by rain, snowmelt, and water releases from upstream dams. The river's watershed includes several tributaries, such as the Roaring Brook and the Spring Brook. Seasonal trends show that the river typically experiences higher flow in the spring due to snowmelt and rainfall. Interestingly, the river was once heavily polluted but has since undergone significant restoration efforts to improve water quality and aquatic habitat. The Lackawanna River is now a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking.
August 3, 2026
| Elevation | 597.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.63 ft |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 597.24 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 221.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 150% |
| Year Over Year Average | 147 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 15,900 cfs |
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