Streamflow discharge was last observed at 2 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.34 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 7 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river has several small tributaries, including the Little and Big Rivers, and is subject to seasonal flow variations due to precipitation and snowmelt. There are no major dams on the river, but there are several smaller ones that may influence flow. Interesting hydrological facts include the river's designation as a "wild and scenic" river, and the occurrence of flash floods during heavy rain events. Overall, the Ponaganset River at South Foster, RI streamgauge provides valuable data for studying the hydrology of this region.
| Elevation | 351.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 1.34 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 1.62 ft3/s |
| Specific conductance, water, unfiltered, microsiemens per centimeter at 25°C | 113.0 uS/cm @25C |
| Temperature, air, °C | 19.3 deg C |
| Temperature, water, °C | 22.1 deg C |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Percent of Normal | 44% |
| Year Over Year Average | 4 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 802 cfs |