-120.0 cfs (-8.32%) since yesterday
115.41% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Flatrock River
was last observed at
1,322
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
2,622
acre-ft of water today; about 115%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,145 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2013-12-23 when daily discharge volume was observed at
28,500 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Flatrock River At Columbus
reporting a streamflow rate of 936 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Flatrock River, with a gauge stage of
4.57 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Flatrock River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 781 ft, the
Flatrock River At St. Paul.
Last Updated
2024-04-23
Streamflow
1,322.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
115.41%
Maximum
28,500.0 cfs
2013-12-23
About the flatrock river
The Flatrock River is a major waterway in central Indiana, stretching for 60 miles from Henry County to Bartholomew County. It has a rich history, with Native American tribes and European settlers using it for transportation and fishing. Today, the river is primarily used for recreational activities like kayaking, fishing, and camping. The river is also an important source of water for agriculture in the area. There are several dams and reservoirs along the river, including the Cataract Dam, which was erected in 1927 to provide hydroelectric power to nearby communities. In recent years, there has been concern about water quality in the Flatrock River due to agricultural runoff and other pollution sources. Efforts are underway to protect the river and ensure it remains a valuable resource for generations to come.