-168.7 cfs (-7.36%) since yesterday
91.11% of Normal
•
5 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Ocklawaha River
was last observed at
2,122
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
4,209
acre-ft of water today; about 91%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
2,329 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2017-09-14 when daily discharge volume was observed at
22,010 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Ocklawaha River At Eureka
reporting a streamflow rate of 787 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Ocklawaha R At Moss Bluff
with a gauge stage of 35.36 ft.
This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Ocklawaha River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 62 ft, the
Ocklawaha R At Moss Bluff.
Last Updated
2024-04-19
Streamflow
2,122.1 cfs
Percent of Normal
91.11%
Maximum
22,010.0 cfs
2017-09-14
About the ocklawaha river
The Ocklawaha River, located in Florida, is approximately 74 miles long and is a tributary of the St. Johns River. The river has a rich history, with evidence of Native American settlements dating back 12,000 years. In the late 19th and early 20th century, the river was used extensively for transportation and logging. Today, the river is a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The river's hydrology is influenced by several dams and reservoirs, including the Rodman Reservoir, which was created in the 1960s for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. The construction of this dam led to the flooding of large areas of forest and wetland habitats, sparking controversy and ongoing debate about the trade-offs between conservation and development. The Ocklawaha River also supports agricultural activities in the surrounding areas, including citrus groves and ranching.
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