Murderkill River Flow
The latest USGS readings for the Murderkill River were last reported on October 30, 2015. Each gauge’s most recent value is listed below. ❤ Favorite
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Every gauge, dam and paddle run on the river, one tap each:
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Murderkill River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
No gauge on the Murderkill River has reported in the last 3 days. The table below shows each gauge’s last reading.
How the Murderkill River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Murderkill River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Murderkill River At Bowers DE
Last reported Oct 30 · USGS 01484085 |
493 cfs | · | · | 2.15 ft | flood 6.6 ft | 5 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Murderkill River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Murderkill River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Murderkill River
The Murderkill River is a river in Delaware, USA. It is approximately 26 miles long and runs through Kent County, Delaware. The river's name is derived from the Dutch word "moord", which means murder, and "kill", which means creek. The river is primarily fed by precipitation and is dammed by three reservoirs: McGinnis Pond, Killen Pond, and Coursey Pond. These reservoirs serve as sources of drinking water for the surrounding communities.
The Murderkill River has a rich history, dating back to the Native Americans who lived in the area. It was also an important route for early European settlers and played a role in the American Revolution. Today, the river is used for recreational activities such as fishing and boating, and some portions of the river are used for agricultural purposes.
Fishing near the Murderkill River
About the Murderkill River
How is the Murderkill River flowing right now?
Snoflo has no USGS reading for the Murderkill River from the last 3 days; the latest readings were reported October 30, 2015. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Murderkill River running high or low?
Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Murderkill River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Bowers (6.6 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.