TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Little Conemaugh River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Little Conemaugh River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Little Conemaugh River is a 41-mile long tributary of the Conemaugh River in western Pennsylvania. The river has a rich history of industry and commerce, including the site of the 1889 Johnstown Flood, one of the deadliest floods in U.S. history. The Little Conemaugh River supports a diverse range of aquatic species, including trout and smallmouth bass. There are several dams and reservoirs on the river, including the Quemahoning Reservoir and Hinckston Run Reservoir, which are used for water supply and flood control. The river also serves as a recreational resource for fishing, kayaking, and other water sports. Additionally, the surrounding agricultural land uses the river for irrigation and livestock watering.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Little Conemaugh River At East Conemaugh
USGS 03041000 |
97 cfs | 8.99 ft |
History of the River
The Little Conemaugh River is a tributary of the Conemaugh River, approximately 30 mi (48 km) long, in western Pennsylvania in the United States.
The main branch rises in eastern Cambria County, along the western slope of the Appalachian ridge separating the watersheds of the Ohio and Susquehanna rivers. It flows west-southwest through the mountains, past Cassandra, Portage, and Summerhill, where it is joined by the South Fork Little Conemaugh River. It joins the Stonycreek River at Johnstown to form the Conemaugh.
