2026-01-04T17:00:00-07:00
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Summary
Total streamflow across the
Languille River
was last observed at
17
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
34
acre-ft of water today; about 12%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
141 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-04-07 when daily discharge volume was observed at
26,600 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Languille River Near Colt
reporting a streamflow rate of 17.2 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Languille River At Palestine
with a gauge stage of 14.25 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Languille River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 210 ft, the
Languille River Near Colt.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-01-02 |
| Discharge Volume | 34 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
17.2 cfs
+0.3 cfs (+1.78%) |
| Percent of Normal | 12.21% |
| Maximum |
26,600.0 cfs
2025-04-07 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Languille River Near Colt
USGS 07047942 |
17 cfs | 4.37 ft | 1.78 | |||||
|
Languille River At Palestine
USGS 07047950 |
3 cfs | 14.25 ft | 2.21 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
It is part of the St. Lawrence River Basin and is a tributary of the Yamaska River. The river has played a significant role in the history of the region, with indigenous peoples using it for transportation and fishing. Today, it is primarily used for recreational activities such as fishing and boating, and for agricultural purposes such as irrigation. Several reservoirs and dams have been built along the river, including the Gérard-Côté Reservoir and the Saint-Joachim Dam, which are used for hydroelectric power generation. The Languille River has also been the site of environmental restoration projects to improve water quality and protect the ecosystem.