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IROQUOIS RIVER
Last Updated: April 15, 2026
Total streamflow across the
Iroquois River
was last observed at
2,362
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
4,685
acre-ft of water today; about 75%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,170 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-03-06 when daily discharge volume was observed at
20,550 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Iroquois River Near Chebanse
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,300 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Iroquois River Near Foresman
with a gauge stage of 8.99 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Iroquois River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 656 ft, the
Iroquois River At Rensselaer.
Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 4 streamgages of the Iroquois River
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-04-14 |
| Discharge Volume | 4,685 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
2,362.0 cfs
Past 24 Hours: -250.0 cfs (-9.57%) |
| Percent of Normal | 74.51% |
| Maximum |
20,550.0 cfs
2023-03-06 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Iroquois River At Rensselaer
USGS 05522500 |
181 cfs | 5.53 ft | 30.33 | |||||
|
Iroquois River Near Foresman
USGS 05524500 |
354 cfs | 8.99 ft | -2.48 | |||||
|
Iroquois River At Iroquois
USGS 05525000 |
490 cfs | 7.8 ft | -10.41 | |||||
|
Iroquois River Near Chebanse
USGS 05526000 |
1300 cfs | 4.88 ft | -13.75 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river was named after the Iroquois people who once inhabited the region. The river has been historically important for transportation and agriculture, with several small towns and farms located along its banks. The river is also known for its hydrological properties, with several reservoirs and dams located along its course, including the Langham Creek Dam and the Sugar Creek Dam. These dams provide important flood control measures and irrigation for local agricultural operations. The river is also a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing and boating, with several public parks and boat launches available for visitors.
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