Summary
Total streamflow across the
Little Menomonee River
was last observed at
13
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
26
acre-ft of water today; about 47%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
28 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-08-10 when daily discharge volume was observed at
765 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Little Menomonee River At Milwaukee
reporting a streamflow rate of 8.25 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Little Menomonee River, with a gauge stage of
3.46 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.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-04 |
| Discharge Volume | 26 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
13.33 cfs
-1.01 cfs (-7.04%) |
| Percent of Normal | 46.99% |
| Maximum |
764.9 cfs
2025-08-10 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Little Menomonee River Near Freistadt
USGS 04087050 |
5 cfs | 2.24 ft | -8.96 | |||||
|
Little Menomonee River At Milwaukee
USGS 04087070 |
8 cfs | 3.46 ft | -5.82 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
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.