Hillsborough River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Hillsborough River Levels

October 27 2024

7,313 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-253.0 cfs (-6.42%) since yesterday
397.4% of Normal 5 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Hillsborough River was last observed at 3,687 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 7,313 acre-ft of water today; about 397% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 928 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2024-10-12 when daily discharge volume was observed at 16,690 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Hillsborough R At Morris Br Near Thonotosassa Fl reporting a streamflow rate of 1,130 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Hillsborough R Ab Crystal Spr Near Zephyrhills Fl with a gauge stage of 55.17 ft. This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Hillsborough River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 118 ft, the Hillsborough R Ab Crystal Spr Near Zephyrhills Fl.

Last Updated 2024-10-27
Streamflow 3,687.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 397.4%
Maximum 16,690.0 cfs
2024-10-12

About the hillsborough river


The Hillsborough River is a 54-mile long river in western Florida that flows from the Green Swamp to Hillsborough Bay in Tampa. The river has a rich history, as it was home to Native American tribes and served as a major transportation route during the Spanish colonial era. The river is also known for its diverse hydrology, with shallow marshes, wetlands, and deep pools. The Hillsborough River is impounded by two major reservoirs, the Hillsborough River Reservoir and the Tampa Bypass Canal. These reservoirs provide flood control and water supply to the surrounding areas. The river is a popular recreational destination, with activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking available. The Hillsborough River also supports agriculture, with crops such as strawberries, blueberries, and citrus grown along its banks.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Hillsborough R Ab Crystal Spr Near Zephyrhills Fl
USGS 02301990
410 cfs 55.17 ft -3.53
Hillsborough R Bl Crystal Spr Near Zephyrhills Fl
USGS 02302010
544 cfs 53.67 ft -3.03
Hillsborough River Near Zephyrhills Fl
USGS 02303000
916 cfs 5.64 ft -8.4
Hillsborough R At Morris Br Near Thonotosassa Fl
USGS 02303330
1130 cfs 29.58 ft -11.02
Hillsborough River Near Tampa Fl
USGS 02304500
687 cfs 21.04 ft 0.44

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