-91.0 cfs (-6.41%) since yesterday
105.21% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Conestoga River
was last observed at
1,328
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
2,634
acre-ft of water today; about 105%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,262 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2021-09-02 when daily discharge volume was observed at
29,900 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Conestoga River At Conestoga
reporting a streamflow rate of 798 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Conestoga River At Lancaster
with a gauge stage of 4.03 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Conestoga River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 255 ft, the
Conestoga River At Lancaster.
Last Updated
2024-04-22
Streamflow
1,328.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
105.21%
Maximum
29,900.0 cfs
2021-09-02
About the conestoga river
The Conestoga River is a 61-mile-long river located in southeastern Pennsylvania. It was historically used by the Native American tribes who lived in the area for fishing and transportation. The river is fed by several smaller tributaries and is home to several dams and reservoirs, including the Safe Harbor Dam, which was built in 1931 to generate hydroelectric power. The river is also used for agricultural irrigation and recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Despite its historical significance, the Conestoga River has faced environmental challenges in recent years, including pollution from agricultural runoff and industrial waste. However, efforts are underway to mitigate these issues and preserve the health of the river for future generations.
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