Cohocton River River Levels

Total streamflow across the Cohocton River was last observed at 94 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 185 acre-ft of water today; about 21% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 455 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2014-05-17 when daily discharge volume was observed at 12,170 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Cohocton River Near Campbell Ny reporting a streamflow rate of 54.6 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Cohocton River At Avoca Ny with a gauge stage of 2.39 ft. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Cohocton River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,174 ft, the Cohocton River At Avoca Ny.

The Cohocton River is a 56-mile-long tributary of the Chemung River that flows through Steuben and Livingston counties in New York. The river has a rich history, having been used for transportation and trade by Native American tribes and European settlers. Today, it is mostly used for recreational activities, such as fishing and kayaking. The river's hydrology is affected by several reservoirs and dams, including the Steuben County Dam and the Wayland Dam, which were built for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. The water from the river is also used for agricultural purposes, particularly for irrigation. Despite pollution concerns in the past, the Cohocton River has made a significant recovery and continues to be an important natural resource for the region.