Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Choptank River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Choptank River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Choptank River is a 71-mile-long river located in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. It flows through Maryland's Eastern Shore and is home to a rich history dating back to the 1600s. The river's hydrology is impacted by agriculture and urbanization, leading to pollution concerns. Two major reservoirs, the Tuckahoe Creek and Greensboro Reservoirs, provide drinking water to the area. The river is also home to several dams, including the Greensboro Dam and the Federalsburg Dam. The Choptank River supports recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and crabbing, and is an important source of agricultural irrigation for the surrounding farms. Efforts are being made to reduce pollution and protect the Choptank River's ecosystem, including the creation of the Choptank River Watershed Conservation Plan.
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Choptank River Near Greensboro
USGS 01491000 |
112 cfs | 3.15 ft | -3.45 |
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