MAHONING RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
December 25, 2024
40.97, -81.11


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

Total streamflow across the Mahoning River was last observed at 2,393 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 4,746 acre-ft of water today; about 61% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,904 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2022-02-18 when daily discharge volume was observed at 37,072 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Mahoning River At Lowellville Oh reporting a streamflow rate of 794 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Mahoning River Below West Ave At Youngstown Oh with a gauge stage of 3.78 ft. This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Mahoning River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 951 ft, the Mahoning River Bl Berlin Dam Nr Berlin Center Oh.

The Mahoning River is a 113-mile-long river in Ohio, running through the cities of Youngstown, Warren, and Newton Falls. The river has a long history of pollution due to the steel and coal industries that once dominated the area. However, recent efforts have been made to clean up the river and improve water quality. The Mahoning River watershed includes several reservoirs, including the Berlin Lake Reservoir, which provides water for drinking and agriculture. Additionally, there are several dams along the river, including the Warren Dam and the B&O Railroad Dam. Despite its past pollution, the Mahoning River is now used for recreational activities, such as fishing and boating, and supports agricultural practices in the surrounding areas.

Last Updated 2024-12-25
Discharge Volume 4,746 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 2,393.0 cfs
+204.0 cfs (+9.32%)
Percent of Normal 61.29%
Maximum 37,072.0 cfs
2022-02-18
Seasonal Avg 3,904 cfs

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Mahoning River Bl Berlin Dam Nr Berlin Center Oh
USGS 03090500
257 cfs 2.52 ft -1.53
Mahoning River At Pricetown Oh
USGS 03091500
283 cfs 2.87 ft -2.08
Mahoning River At Leavittsburg Oh
USGS 03094000
450 cfs 3.5 ft 0
Mahoning River Below West Ave At Youngstown Oh
USGS 03098600
609 cfs 3.78 ft 17.79
Mahoning River At Lowellville Oh
USGS 03099500
794 cfs 3.16 ft 18.15
History of the River

The Mahoning River is a river located in northeastern Ohio and a small portion of western Pennsylvania. Flowing primarily through several Ohio counties, it then crosses the state line into Pennsylvania before joining with the Shenango River to form the Beaver River. The Mahoning River drops from 764 feet (233 m) at the headwaters near Winona to 233 feet (71 m) at the outfall near Mahoningtown. It is part of the Ohio River watershed.

       

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