Black River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Black River Levels

October 23 2024

26,133 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-173.5 cfs (-1.3%) since yesterday
58.96% of normal Low

Total streamflow across the Black River was last observed at 13,176 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 26,133 acre-ft of water today; about 59% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 22,347 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2011-05-04 when daily discharge volume was observed at 476,781 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Black River At Elgin Ferry reporting a streamflow rate of 3,130 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Black River Ds St Hwy 54 @ Black River Falls with a gauge stage of 35.78 ft. This river is monitored from 23 different streamgauging stations along the Black River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 5,759 ft, the Black River Blw Pumping Plant.

Last Updated 2024-10-23
Streamflow 13,175.5 cfs
Percent of Normal 58.96%
Maximum 476,781.0 cfs
2011-05-04

About the black river


The Black River is a river in the northeastern United States that flows through the states of New York and Pennsylvania. It is approximately 125 miles long and has a drainage area of 1,230 square miles. The river is known for its hydroelectric power generation, with several dams and reservoirs built along its length, including the Neversink Reservoir and the Pepacton Reservoir. These reservoirs provide drinking water to New York City and the surrounding areas. The Black River also has recreational uses, with fishing, kayaking, and canoeing opportunities, and the river's valley is home to a variety of wildlife. The river has played an important role in the history of the region, having been used for transportation, logging, and agriculture.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Black River Blw Pumping Plant
USGS 09489500
25 cfs 2.85 ft -3.42
Black River Near Fort Apache
USGS 09490500
35 cfs 1.62 ft 4.15
Black River Above Malaga
USGS 08405500
13 cfs 1.08 ft 3.08
Black River Near Bessemer
USGS 04031000
42 cfs 2.08 ft 3.23
Black River At Neillsville
USGS 05381000
112 cfs 3.08 ft 4.67
Black River Near Boonville Ny
USGS 04252500
284 cfs 4.16 ft 2.9
Black River Ds St Hwy 54 @ Black River Falls
USGS 053813595
266 cfs 35.78 ft -7.32
Black River At Coventry
USGS 04296000
57 cfs 1.86 ft -3.4
Black River Near Jeddo
USGS 04159492
31 cfs 3.15 ft -8.28
Black River Near Galesville
USGS 05382000
640 cfs 3.25 ft 1.11
Black River Near Garnet
USGS 04046000
6 cfs 2.61 ft 4.69
Black River At Elyria Oh
USGS 04200500
9 cfs 0.64 ft -23.69
Black River Near Annapolis
USGS 07061500
157 cfs 3.3 ft 0
Black River At North Springfield
USGS 01153000
47 cfs 1.82 ft -4.66
Black River At Leeper
USGS 07062500
388 cfs 2.33 ft 0
Black River At Watertown Ny
USGS 04260500
1830 cfs 3.28 ft -8.5
Black River At Poplar Bluff
USGS 07063000
536 cfs 0.28 ft 0.75
Black River Near Corning
USGS 07064000
417 cfs 1.29 ft 10.9
Black River At Pocahontas
USGS 07069000
1930 cfs 1.07 ft -0.52
Black River At Black Rock
USGS 07072500
2970 cfs 1.73 ft 0.34
Black River At Elgin Ferry
USGS 07074420
3130 cfs 6.29 ft -0.95
Black River At Kingstree
USGS 02136000
52 cfs 2.48 ft -4.03
Black River Near Tomahawk
USGS 02106500
226 cfs 3.67 ft -4.24

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