MYAKKA RIVER

MYAKKA RIVER

River Levels Streamgages Weather


Total streamflow across the Myakka River was last observed at 817 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,620 acre-ft of water today; about 58% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,407 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2022-09-30 when daily discharge volume was observed at 35,070 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Myakka River Near Sarasota Fl reporting a streamflow rate of 357 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Myakka River Upst From Youngs Ck Nr Myakka City Fl with a gauge stage of 44.25 ft. This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Myakka River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 71 ft, the Myakka River Upst From Youngs Ck Nr Myakka City Fl.

The Myakka River is a 68-mile-long river located in southwestern Florida. It is one of the oldest and most scenic rivers in the state and has been used by humans for over 12,000 years. The river is fed by several small tributaries and is known for its unique hydrology, including the presence of sinkholes and underground rivers. There are no major reservoirs or dams on the river, but the state of Florida has set aside large portions of the river as protected areas for recreational use. The river is popular for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing, and is also used for agricultural purposes, including cattle grazing and citrus farming. Despite being threatened by pollution and development, the Myakka River remains an important natural resource and a popular destination for visitors to Florida.

July 26, 2024

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Last Updated 2024-07-26
Discharge Volume 1,620 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 816.6 cfs
-76.1 cfs (-8.52%)
Percent of Normal 58.06%
Maximum 35,070.0 cfs
2022-09-30
Seasonal Avg 1,407 cfs
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Myakka River Upst From Youngs Ck Nr Myakka City Fl
USGS 02298488
39 cfs 44.25 ft -36.89
Myakka River Near Myakka City Fl
USGS 02298554
60 cfs 8.07 ft -11.46
Myakka River At Myakka City Fl
USGS 02298608
86 cfs 5.67 ft -12.21
Myakka River Near Sarasota Fl
USGS 02298830
357 cfs 5.59 ft -4.55
Myakka River At Control Near Laurel Fl
USGS 02298880
276 cfs 6.15 ft -5.8

Regional Streamflow

19

Cubic Feet Per Second

0

Cubic Feet Per Second

132

Cubic Feet Per Second

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The Myakka River is a river in southwestern Florida. It arises near the Hardee-Manatee county line and flows southwest and then southeast through Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte counties to Charlotte Harbor, an arm of the Gulf of Mexico. The river is 72 miles (116 km) long and has a drainage basin of 314.7 square miles (815 km2). The last 20 miles (32 km) of the river is tidal and brackish.
The Myakka River remains relatively undeveloped. A 12-mile (19 km) stretch of the river is preserved in Myakka River State Park. A 34-mile (55 km) portion of the river in Sarasota County (including all of the park) was designated as a state Wild and Scenic River in 1985 by the Florida Legislature.



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