Total streamflow across the
Muskingum River
was last observed at
6,480
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
12,853
acre-ft of water today; about 39%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
16,651 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2024-04-03 when daily discharge volume was observed at
169,700 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Muskingum River At Beverly Oh
reporting a streamflow rate of 2,020 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Muskingum River, with a gauge stage of
15.11 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Muskingum River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 733 ft, the
Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh.
The Muskingum River is a major tributary of the Ohio River, running 111 miles through southeastern Ohio. It has played an important role in the state's history, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans and European settlers. The river is home to several dams and reservoirs, including the Wills Creek Dam and Seneca Lake. The Muskingum River Parkway and its associated lakes were created in the mid-20th century to provide flood control and recreational opportunities for the region. The river supports a variety of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, and camping. In addition, the Muskingum River is an important source of water for agricultural uses in the region.
Windspeed
Humidity
Last Updated | 2024-07-26 |
Discharge Volume | 12,853 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
6,480.0 cfs
+440.0 cfs (+7.28%) |
Percent of Normal | 38.92% |
Maximum |
169,700.0 cfs
2024-04-03 |
Seasonal Avg | 16,651 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh
USGS 03140500 |
1080 cfs | 5.51 ft | -4.42 | |||||
Muskingum River At Dresden Oh
USGS 03144500 |
1410 cfs | 6.19 ft | 0 | |||||
Muskingum River At Mcconnelsville Oh
USGS 03150000 |
1970 cfs | 2.15 ft | 4.79 | |||||
Muskingum River At Beverly Oh
USGS 03150500 |
2020 cfs | 15.11 ft | 24.69 |
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The Muskingum River (Shawnee: Wakatamothiipi ) is a tributary of the Ohio River, approximately 111 miles (179 km) long, in southeastern Ohio in the United States. An important commercial route in the 19th century, it flows generally southward through the eastern hill country of Ohio. Via the Ohio, it is part of the Mississippi River watershed. The river is navigable for much of its length through a series of locks and dams.