-230.0 cfs (-5.02%) since yesterday
65.13% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Fish River
was last observed at
4,350
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
8,628
acre-ft of water today; about 65%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
6,679 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-04-28 when daily discharge volume was observed at
14,300 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Fish River Near Fort Kent
reporting a streamflow rate of 4,350 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Fish River, with a gauge stage of
6.61 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Fish River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 520 ft, the
Fish River Near Fort Kent.
Last Updated
2024-04-25
Streamflow
4,350.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
65.13%
Maximum
14,300.0 cfs
2019-04-28
About the fish river
The Fish River is a 230-mile-long tributary of the Alabama River that flows through southern Alabama. The river was named after the abundant fish populations found in its waters. The Fish River has played a significant role in the history of the region, with Native American tribes using it for transportation and fishing. Today, it is used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Several reservoirs and dams are located along the river, including the Fish River Reservoir and the Point A Dam. These reservoirs provide drinking water and irrigation for local communities and agricultural land. Despite its importance, the Fish River has faced challenges such as pollution and habitat destruction, leading to conservation efforts in recent years.
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