Total streamflow across the
Milwaukee River
was last observed at
904
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,793
acre-ft of water today; about 91%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
997 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-05-14 when daily discharge volume was observed at
24,870 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Milwaukee River At Milwaukee
reporting a streamflow rate of 460 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Milwaukee R @ Jones Island Mouth-At Milwaukee
with a gauge stage of 9.78 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Milwaukee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 672 ft, the
Milwaukee River Near Cedarburg.
The Milwaukee River is a 115-mile-long tributary of Lake Michigan that flows through Wisconsin. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the river was heavily polluted due to industrialization, but has since been cleaned up and is now popular for recreational activities such as kayaking and fishing. The river's hydrology is managed by several man-made reservoirs and dams, including the Menomonee and Kinnickinnic Rivers, which were dammed to create power for industrial use. These reservoirs also help control flooding in the area. The river is used for agricultural irrigation and is important for the region's economy. Today, the Milwaukee River is a symbol of the city's ongoing revitalization and commitment to environmental sustainability.
Windspeed
Humidity
Last Updated | 2024-07-26 |
Discharge Volume | 1,793 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
904.0 cfs
-85.0 cfs (-8.59%) |
Percent of Normal | 90.69% |
Maximum |
24,870.0 cfs
2018-05-14 |
Seasonal Avg | 997 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Milwaukee River Near Cedarburg
USGS 04086600 |
444 cfs | 6.19 ft | -6.72 | |||||
Milwaukee River At Milwaukee
USGS 04087000 |
460 cfs | 2.4 ft | -10.33 | |||||
Milwaukee R @ Jones Island Mouth-At Milwaukee
USGS 04087170 |
175 cfs | 9.78 ft | -95.39 |
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The Milwaukee River is a river in the state of Wisconsin. It is about 104 miles (167 km) long. Once a locus of industry, the river is now the center of a housing boom. New condos now crowd the downtown and harbor districts of Milwaukee attracting young professionals to the area. The river is also ribboned with parks as it winds through various neighborhoods. Kayaks and fishing boats share the river with party boats. An extensive Riverwalk featuring art displays, boat launches and restaurants lines its banks in downtown Milwaukee.