Schuylkill River At Reading, Pa Realtime Data

Streamflow discharge was last observed at 381 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.98 feet. With the % decrease since yesterday, the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 521 .

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The major constituents of the river are water and sediment from various sources including runoff from agricultural and urban areas, and discharges from sewage treatment plants. The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Manatawny Creek and Hay Creek. The river is also regulated by two dams, the Blue Marsh Dam and the Pottstown Dam. Seasonally, the river experiences higher flow rates and water levels during the spring and fall due to increased precipitation. Interestingly, the Schuylkill River was once used as a transportation route for coal and other goods in the early 19th century.