Total streamflow across the Milwaukee River was last observed at 4,540 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 9,005 acre-ft of water today; about 208% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 2,178 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 R @ Jones Island Mouth-At Milwaukee reporting a streamflow rate of 3,290 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Milwaukee River, with a gauge stage of 7.9 ft at this location. 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.