Allegheny River River Levels

Total streamflow across the Allegheny River was last observed at 23,580 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 46,770 acre-ft of water today; about 29% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 80,463 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2022-02-24 when daily discharge volume was observed at 398,200 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Allegheny River At Kittanning reporting a streamflow rate of 6,990 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Allegheny River At Natrona with a gauge stage of 10.79 ft. This river is monitored from 10 different streamgauging stations along the Allegheny River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,457 ft, the Allegheny River At Port Allegany.

It flows through the Allegheny Mountains and ultimately joins the Monongahela River to form the Ohio River. Native American tribes such as the Seneca, Shawnee, and Mohawk once inhabited the region before European settlers arrived in the 1700s. The river's hydrology and course have been altered by various dams, including the Kinzua Dam, which created the Allegheny Reservoir. The Conemaugh River Lake and Tionesta Lake are other major reservoirs along the river. The Allegheny River is used for a variety of recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, and camping. The river is also a source of drinking water for multiple towns and cities, and its watersheds support agricultural industries throughout the region.