-20.0 cfs (-3.25%) since yesterday
120.79% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
North Nashua River
was last observed at
596
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,182
acre-ft of water today; about 121%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
493 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 378 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the North Nashua River, with a gauge stage of
3.7 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.
Last Updated
2024-04-19
Streamflow
596.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
120.79%
Maximum
7,260.0 cfs
2017-10-30
About the north nashua river
The North Nashua River is a 33-mile-long tributary of the Nashua River in Massachusetts. 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.
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