2026-03-14T21:00:00-06:00
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Summary
Total streamflow across the
North Nashua River
was last observed at
1,147
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
2,275
acre-ft of water today; about 186%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
617 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2017-10-30 when daily discharge volume was observed at
7,260 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
North Nashua River Near Leominster
reporting a streamflow rate of 691 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the North Nashua River, with a gauge stage of
4.92 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the North Nashua River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 399 ft, the
North Nashua River At Fitchburg.
15-Day Weather Outlook
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-03-13 |
| Discharge Volume | 2,275 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
1,147.0 cfs
-83.0 cfs (-6.75%) |
| Percent of Normal | 185.98% |
| Maximum |
7,260.0 cfs
2017-10-30 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
North Nashua River At Fitchburg
USGS 01094400 |
456 cfs | 4.29 ft | -7.51 | |||||
|
North Nashua River Near Leominster
USGS 01094500 |
691 cfs | 4.92 ft | -6.24 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
It begins in Ashburnham and flows through Ashby, Fitchburg, Leominster, and Lancaster before joining the Nashua River in Lancaster. The river has a long history of industrial use, particularly in the textile industry. The hydrology of the river has been affected by damming and water diversion for industry and agriculture. The river is home to several reservoirs, including the Fitchburg Reservoir and the Lancaster Reservoir, which provide drinking water to surrounding communities. Recreational activities on the river include fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Agriculture along the river includes dairy farms and apple orchards. The river has been subject to pollution and efforts are being made to improve water quality through conservation and restoration efforts.