Charles River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Charles River Levels

October 11 2024

203 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-8.3 cfs (-7.49%) since yesterday
20.1% of normal Very Low

Total streamflow across the Charles River was last observed at 103 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 203 acre-ft of water today; about 20% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 510 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2024-01-14 when daily discharge volume was observed at 5,509 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Charles River At Wellesley reporting a streamflow rate of 36 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Charles River, with a gauge stage of 2.82 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Charles River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 129 ft, the Charles River At Medway.

Last Updated 2024-10-11
Streamflow 102.58 cfs
Percent of Normal 20.1%
Maximum 5,509.0 cfs
2024-01-14

About the charles river


The Charles River is a 80-mile long river in Massachusetts that runs from Hopkinton to Boston and empties into the Atlantic Ocean. It has played an important role in the history of Massachusetts, serving as a source of water for early settlers and as a key transportation route for trade. Today, it is also used for recreation, with parks and walking trails lining its banks. The river is managed by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, which operates several dams and reservoirs along the river, including the Wachusett Reservoir and the Quabbin Reservoir. These reservoirs provide drinking water for Boston and surrounding communities. The river also supports agricultural activities such as cranberry farming, and is home to a variety of fish and wildlife species.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Charles River At Medway
USGS 01103280
6 cfs 0.73 ft 0
Charles River At Dover
USGS 01103500
28 cfs 0.62 ft -17.65
Charles River At Wellesley
USGS 01104200
36 cfs 2.82 ft 0
Charles River At Waltham
USGS 01104500
33 cfs 0.77 ft -6.53

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