2026-04-03T19:00:00-06:00
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Summary
Total streamflow across the
Housatonic River
was last observed at
8,350
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
16,562
acre-ft of water today; about 70%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
11,873 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2011-09-09 when daily discharge volume was observed at
92,490 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Housatonic River At Stevenson
reporting a streamflow rate of 4,340 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Housatonic River Nr Ashley Falls
with a gauge stage of 7.76 ft.
This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Housatonic River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 693 ft, the
Housatonic River Near Great Barrington.
15-Day Weather Outlook
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-04-02 |
| Discharge Volume | 16,562 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
8,350.0 cfs
+2292.0 cfs (+37.83%) |
| Percent of Normal | 70.33% |
| Maximum |
92,490.0 cfs
2011-09-09 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Housatonic River Near Great Barrington
USGS 01197500 |
1560 cfs | 4.11 ft | 56.44 | |||||
|
Housatonic River Nr Ashley Falls
USGS 01198125 |
2120 cfs | 7.76 ft | 47.97 | |||||
|
Housatonic River At Falls Village
USGS 01199000 |
2580 cfs | 4.91 ft | 43.62 | |||||
|
Housatonic River At Gaylordsville
USGS 01200500 |
3890 cfs | 5.49 ft | 21.19 | |||||
|
Housatonic River At Stevenson
USGS 01205500 |
4340 cfs | 6.89 ft | -3.12 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has a rich history, having been used for transportation and industry since the 1700s. Today, the river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. The Housatonic River is also used for agriculture, with some farms located along its banks. The river's hydrology has been greatly affected by the construction of several dams and reservoirs, including the Stevenson Dam and the Housatonic River Basin. These structures have helped to regulate the river's flow and provide water for surrounding communities. However, they have also had negative impacts on the river's ecosystem and fish populations.