-723.0 cfs (-4.42%) since yesterday
45.71% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Illinois River
was last observed at
15,623
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
30,987
acre-ft of water today; about 46%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
34,180 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2015-12-28 when daily discharge volume was observed at
632,800 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Illinois River At Valley City
reporting a streamflow rate of 4,800 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Illinois River At Henry
with a gauge stage of 14.51 ft.
This river is monitored from 12 different streamgauging stations along the Illinois River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,202 ft, the
Illinois River Near Kerby.
Last Updated
2024-10-04
Streamflow
15,622.6 cfs
Percent of Normal
45.71%
Maximum
632,800.0 cfs
2015-12-28
About the illinois river
The Illinois River is a 273-mile-long tributary of the Mississippi River that flows through the state of Illinois. It was an important trade route for Native American tribes and European explorers, serving as a vital transportation artery for the region. The river's hydrology is heavily managed through a series of reservoirs and dams, including the Dresden, Marseilles, Peoria, and LaGrange Locks and Dams. These structures help to regulate water levels for navigation and flood control. The river is also used for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping, and it supports a variety of agricultural uses in the surrounding areas. In recent years, efforts have been made to improve water quality and protect the ecosystem of the Illinois River.