-100.6 cfs (-10.32%) since yesterday
119.66% of Normal
•
3 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Hoosic River
was last observed at
874
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,734
acre-ft of water today; about 120%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
731 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2011-08-29 when daily discharge volume was observed at
50,350 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Hoosic River Near Eagle Bridge Ny
reporting a streamflow rate of 619 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Hoosic River At Adams
with a gauge stage of 5.99 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Hoosic River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 831 ft, the
Hoosic River At Adams.
Last Updated
2023-10-04
Streamflow
874.2 cfs
Percent of Normal
119.66%
Maximum
50,350.0 cfs
2011-08-29
About the hoosic river
The Hoosic River is a 76-mile-long river that flows through Massachusetts and New York. The river has a rich history, serving as a source of power for mills and factories during the Industrial Revolution. Today, the river is utilized for hydroelectric power generation, with several dams and reservoirs located along its course, including the Cheshire Reservoir, the Harriman and West Airport Reservoir, and the Pontoosuc Lake. The Hoosic River also provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, kayaking, and boating. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including trout, bass, and pickerel. Additionally, the Hoosic River is used for agricultural purposes, with farms located along its banks producing crops such as corn, hay, and vegetables.