Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Assabet River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Assabet River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Assabet River is a 31-mile-long river that flows through eastern Massachusetts. It has a rich history of being used for transportation, industry, and agriculture. Today, it is a popular destination for recreational activities such as kayaking, fishing, and hiking. The river has several reservoirs and dams that were built to provide drinking water for the surrounding communities, such as the White Pond and Fort Pond Reservoirs. In addition, there are several hydroelectric dams, including the Oxbow, Waltham, and Lowell Dams. The Assabet River is also important for agriculture, as it provides irrigation water for local farms. However, the river has faced challenges such as pollution and dam removal in recent years, leading to efforts to restore and protect this vital waterway.
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Assabet River At Maynard
USGS 01097000 |
152 cfs | 2.43 ft | -12.64 |
The Assabet River is a small river about 20 miles (30 km) west of Boston, Massachusetts, United States. The river is 34.4 miles (55.4 km) long. OARS: the Organization for the Assabet, Sudbury and Concord Rivers, headquartered in West Concord, Massachusetts, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, protection, and enhancement of the natural and recreational features of these three rivers and their watershed. The Assabet and Sudbury Rivers merge in Concord to become the Concord River.