TOTAL DISCHARGE (CFS)
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-22 |
| Discharge Volume | 105 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
53.0 cfs
+0.6 cfs (+1.15%) |
| Percent of Normal | 29.76% |
| Maximum |
9,780.0 cfs
2013-03-11 |
| Seasonal Avg | 178 cfs |
Total streamflow across the
Edwards River
was last observed at
53
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
105
acre-ft of water today; about 30%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
178 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2013-03-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at
9,780 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Edwards River Near New Boston
reporting a streamflow rate of 35.9 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Edwards River, with a gauge stage of
12.2 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Edwards River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 663 ft, the
Edwards River Near Orion.
The Edwards River is a river located in Illinois, running for approximately 90 miles. It flows through the counties of Henry, Mercer, and Rock Island. The river is named after Ninian Edwards, a former governor of Illinois. The Edwards River is fed by numerous tributaries, including the Plum River and the Green River. The river is surrounded by agricultural land and provides irrigation for many farms in the area. There are several dams along the river, including the Edwards Station Dam and the Joslin Station Dam. These dams provide hydroelectric power and help to regulate the river's flow. The Edwards River is also popular for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Edwards River Near Orion
USGS 05466000 |
17 cfs | 0.93 ft | -4.4 | |||||
|
Edwards River Near New Boston
USGS 05466500 |
36 cfs | 12.2 ft | 3.56 |
History of the River
The Edwards River is a river of New Zealand. A tributary of the Bealey River, it arises in the Polar Range to the east of Arthur's Pass and flows south-west within Arthur's Pass National Park. The Mingha River joins it just before it enters the Bealey. It is one of the headwaters of the Waimakariri River.A tramping track runs part of the way along the river to a backcountry hut.
