North River River Levels

Total streamflow across the North River was last observed at 394 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 782 acre-ft of water today; about 18% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 2,168 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2022-07-31 when daily discharge volume was observed at 22,432 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the North River Near Burketown reporting a streamflow rate of 117 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the North River Near Norwalk with a gauge stage of 5.77 ft. This river is monitored from 7 different streamgauging stations along the North River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,123 ft, the North River Near Stokesville.

Its headwaters are located in the town of Hanover, and it flows through the towns of Pembroke and Marshfield before emptying into Massachusetts Bay. The river was historically used for transportation and power, with mills and factories located along its banks. Today, it is primarily used for recreational purposes, with opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The North River is also home to several reservoirs, including the Accord Pond Reservoir and the Furnace Pond Reservoir, which are used for drinking water and irrigation. The river is also home to several dams, including the Union Street Dam in Marshfield, which provides hydroelectric power. Agricultural uses of the North River include cranberry cultivation in the surrounding bogs.