Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Mazon River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Mazon River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
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| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Mazon River Near Coal City
USGS 05542000 |
283 cfs | 2.47 ft | 0 |
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