Indian River River Levels

Total streamflow across the Indian River was last observed at 141 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 280 acre-ft of water today; about 55% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 255 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2011-05-01 when daily discharge volume was observed at 2,770 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Indian River Near Indian Lake Ny reporting a streamflow rate of 141 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Indian River Near Clinton with a gauge stage of 2.51 ft. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Indian River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,622 ft, the Indian River Near Indian Lake Ny.

It was named after the Native American tribes that once inhabited the surrounding areas. The river flows from its headwaters in the swamps of southern Brevard County, through the city of Titusville, and ultimately empties into the Atlantic Ocean at the Indian River Lagoon. The river is an important hydrological resource for the region and is home to several reservoirs and dams, including Lake Washington, Lake Poinsett, and the Ocklawaha River Dam. These reservoirs provide drinking water to nearby communities, support agricultural irrigation, and offer recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The Indian River is also an important habitat for a variety of marine life, including manatees, dolphins, and sea turtles.