Total streamflow across the
Choctawhatchee River
was last observed at
10,667
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
21,158
acre-ft of water today; about 71%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
14,974 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2016-01-02 when daily discharge volume was observed at
183,600 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Choctawhatchee River Nr Bruce
reporting a streamflow rate of 4,410 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Choctawhatchee River Nr Pittman
with a gauge stage of 9.41 ft.
This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Choctawhatchee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 176 ft, the
Choctawhatchee River Near Newton.
The Choctawhatchee River is a river that flows through Alabama and Florida, running for approximately 141 miles from its source in Alabama to its outlet at Choctawhatchee Bay in Florida. Originally inhabited by the Choctaw people, the river played a significant role in transportation and trade during the early 19th century. The river is also known for its recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. Several reservoirs and dams have been constructed along the river, including the Geneva Dam, which created the Geneva Lake Reservoir, and the Woodruff Dam, which created the Woodruff Lake Reservoir. These reservoirs serve as sources of hydroelectric power and provide irrigation for agricultural purposes. Overall, the Choctawhatchee River is an important waterway for the region, with a rich history and significant economic and recreational value.
Windspeed
Humidity
Last Updated | 2024-07-26 |
Discharge Volume | 21,158 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
10,667.0 cfs
+849.0 cfs (+8.65%) |
Percent of Normal | 71.24% |
Maximum |
183,600.0 cfs
2016-01-02 |
Seasonal Avg | 14,974 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Choctawhatchee River Near Newton
USGS 02361000 |
237 cfs | 3.85 ft | -12.55 | |||||
Choctawhatchee River Near Bellwood Al
USGS 02361500 |
1010 cfs | 6.08 ft | 26.73 | |||||
Choctawhatchee River Nr Pittman
USGS 02365200 |
2470 cfs | 9.41 ft | 9.78 | |||||
Choctawhatchee River At Caryville
USGS 02365500 |
2540 cfs | 4.83 ft | 7.63 | |||||
Choctawhatchee River Nr Bruce
USGS 02366500 |
4410 cfs | 7.75 ft | 6.52 |
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The Choctawhatchee River is a 141-mile-long (227 km) river in the southern United States, flowing through southeast Alabama and the Panhandle of Florida before emptying into Choctawhatchee Bay in Okaloosa and Walton counties. The river, the bay and their adjacent watersheds collectively drain 5,350 square miles (13,900 km2).