Streamflow discharge was last observed at 199 cfs, and a gauge height of 4.19 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 200 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The primary constituents affecting the flow include precipitation and snowmelt. The river has several tributaries, including the Flambeau River, Jump River, and Thornapple Creek. There are also several dams along the river, including the Winter Dam and Holcombe Dam. The flow of the river tends to increase during the spring due to snowmelt and decrease during the fall and winter. Interesting facts about the hydrology of the Chippewa River include its popularity for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and camping. The river has also been a source of controversy due to arguments over water usage and dam operation.
| Elevation | 1,276.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 4.19 ft |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 1261.18 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 199.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 40% |
| Year Over Year Average | 499 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 7,050 cfs |