-1.33 cfs (-8.04%) since yesterday
81.3% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Little Menomonee River
was last observed at
15
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
30
acre-ft of water today; about 81%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
19 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2024-04-03 when daily discharge volume was observed at
547 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Little Menomonee River At Milwaukee
reporting a streamflow rate of 9.89 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Little Menomonee River, with a gauge stage of
4.02 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Little Menomonee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 729 ft, the
Little Menomonee River Near Freistadt.
Last Updated
2024-04-25
Streamflow
15.22 cfs
Percent of Normal
81.3%
Maximum
547.0 cfs
2024-04-03
About the little menomonee river
The Little Menomonee River is a 14-mile river located in southeastern Wisconsin that runs between Menomonee Falls and Milwaukee. Historically, the river was used for milling and other industrial activities. Today, it is primarily used for recreation and agriculture. The river is fed by numerous tributaries, including the Little Menomonee Creek and the Mequon Creek. It is also home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Little Menomonee River Dam and the Silver Spring Dam. These dams help to control the flow of the river and provide water for agricultural and recreational purposes. The Little Menomonee River is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing, and it is home to a variety of aquatic wildlife, including bass, trout, and pike.