-37.3 cfs (-3.26%) since yesterday
14.99% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Embarras River
was last observed at
1,107
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
2,196
acre-ft of water today; about 15%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
7,386 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2015-12-30 when daily discharge volume was observed at
77,660 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Embarras River At Lawrenceville
reporting a streamflow rate of 551 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Embarras River, with a gauge stage of
18.17 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Embarras River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 644 ft, the
Embarras River Near Camargo.
Last Updated
2024-03-28
Streamflow
1,106.9 cfs
Percent of Normal
14.99%
Maximum
77,660.0 cfs
2015-12-30
About the embarras river
The Embarras River is a 195-mile-long tributary of the Wabash River in Illinois. It flows through a rural area and has played an important role in the history of the region, serving as a means of transportation and a source of water for agriculture. The river is fed by numerous small streams and has a relatively gentle gradient, making it ideal for recreational activities such as canoeing and fishing. Several small dams and reservoirs have been constructed on the river to regulate its flow, control flooding, and provide water for irrigation. The largest of these is Lake Shelbyville, which was built in the 1970s and covers over 11,000 acres. The reservoir has become a popular destination for boating, fishing, and camping, attracting thousands of visitors each year.