+8.3 cfs (+4.14%) since yesterday
38.27% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Contoocook River
was last observed at
209
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
414
acre-ft of water today; about 38%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
546 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-07-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at
11,185 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Contoocook R Bl Hopkinton Dam At W Hopkinton
reporting a streamflow rate of 105 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Contoocook River Near Henniker
with a gauge stage of 4.78 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Contoocook River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 751 ft, the
Contoocook River At Peterborough.
Last Updated
2024-10-04
Streamflow
208.9 cfs
Percent of Normal
38.27%
Maximum
11,185.0 cfs
2023-07-11
About the contoocook river
The Contoocook River is a 71-mile-long river in New Hampshire, United States. The river flows from its source at the confluence of the Pemigewasset River and Winnipesaukee River in Franklin to its mouth at the Merrimack River in Penacook. The river is an important source of hydroelectric power, with several dams and reservoirs along its length. The largest of these is the Contoocook Hydro project, which includes three dams and three reservoirs. The river also supports a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The Contoocook River is also an important source of water for agriculture and industry in the region. The river has a rich history, with evidence of Native American settlements dating back over 10,000 years.