2026-01-04T17:00:00-07:00
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Summary
Total streamflow across the
Housatonic River
was last observed at
2,503
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
4,965
acre-ft of water today; about 26%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
9,503 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 Gaylordsville
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,560 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Housatonic River Nr Ashley Falls
with a gauge stage of 4.66 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.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-01-02 |
| Discharge Volume | 4,965 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
2,503.0 cfs
-1927.0 cfs (-43.5%) |
| Percent of Normal | 26.34% |
| 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 |
646 cfs | 3.05 ft | 83 | |||||
|
Housatonic River Nr Ashley Falls
USGS 01198125 |
943 cfs | 4.66 ft | -23.95 | |||||
|
Housatonic River At Falls Village
USGS 01199000 |
919 cfs | 3.16 ft | -31.93 | |||||
|
Housatonic River At Gaylordsville
USGS 01200500 |
1560 cfs | 3.62 ft | -15.22 | |||||
|
Housatonic River At Stevenson
USGS 01205500 |
448 cfs | 2.44 ft | -3.24 |
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.