Great Miami River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Great Miami River Levels

April 25 2024

26,674 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-915.0 cfs (-6.37%) since yesterday
82.45% of Normal 11 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Great Miami River was last observed at 13,448 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 26,674 acre-ft of water today; about 82% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 16,311 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2013-12-23 when daily discharge volume was observed at 259,800 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Great Miami River Below Miamisburg Oh reporting a streamflow rate of 5,170 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Great Miami River At Hamilton Oh with a gauge stage of 63.68 ft. This river is monitored from 11 different streamgauging stations along the Great Miami River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 978 ft, the Great Miami River Bl Indian Lake At Russells Pt Oh.

Last Updated 2024-04-25
Streamflow 13,448.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 82.45%
Maximum 259,800.0 cfs
2013-12-23

About the great miami river


The Great Miami River is a 160-mile-long river located in southwestern Ohio. The river played a significant role in the area's history, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans and European settlers. It flows through several major cities, including Dayton and Hamilton, before emptying into the Ohio River. The river's hydrology has been altered by several dams and reservoirs, including the Indian Lake Dam and the Taylorsville Dam. These structures were built to control flooding, provide water for irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power. The Great Miami River is also a popular recreational destination, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking. Many agricultural communities rely on the river for irrigation, and several conservation efforts have been implemented to protect the river's ecosystem.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Great Miami River Bl Indian Lake At Russells Pt Oh
USGS 03260502
77 cfs 1.56 ft
Great Miami River At Sidney Oh
USGS 03261500
384 cfs 2.06 ft 3.78
Great Miami River At Piqua Oh
USGS 03262500
498 cfs 1.95 ft -4.23
Great Miami River At Troy Oh
USGS 03262700
386 cfs 2.77 ft -10.85
Great Miami River At Taylorsville Oh
USGS 03263000
1030 cfs 3.48 ft -11.21
Great Miami River At Dayton Oh
USGS 03270500
1780 cfs 25.44 ft -6.32
Great Miami River At Miamisburg Oh
USGS 03271500
1740 cfs 4.91 ft -8.42
Great Miami River Below Miamisburg Oh
USGS 03271601
5170 cfs 9.28 ft
Great Miami River At Franklin Oh
USGS 03271620
2000 cfs 1.92 ft -9.91
Great Miami River At Middletown Oh
USGS 03272100
2690 cfs 3.04 ft -4.27
Great Miami River At Hamilton Oh
USGS 03274000
2940 cfs 63.68 ft -3.61

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Great Miami River Year Over Year Discharge


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