Mahoning River River Levels

Total streamflow across the Mahoning River was last observed at 1,561 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 3,096 acre-ft of water today; about 41% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,840 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 583 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 3.54 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 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.