Ottauquechee River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Ottauquechee River Levels

April 23 2024

1,652 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-167.0 cfs (-16.7%) since yesterday
56.93% of normal Low

Total streamflow across the Ottauquechee River was last observed at 833 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,652 acre-ft of water today; about 57% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,463 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2023-07-13 when daily discharge volume was observed at 5,531 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Ottauquechee River At North Hartland reporting a streamflow rate of 745 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Ottauquechee River, with a gauge stage of 4.1 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Ottauquechee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,160 ft, the Ottauquechee River Near West Bridgewater.

Last Updated 2024-04-22
Streamflow 833.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 56.93%
Maximum 5,531.0 cfs
2023-07-13

About the ottauquechee river


The Ottauquechee River is a 41.4-mile-long tributary of the Connecticut River, located in Vermont's Windsor County. The river's name is derived from the Abenaki word meaning "place of swift water." Historically, the river played a significant role in the area's development, powering mills and factories during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The river is fed by several smaller streams and flows through several towns, including Woodstock and Quechee. The river's flow is regulated by several dams, including the Taftsville Dam and the Dewey Mills Dam. The Ottauquechee is a popular spot for recreational activities, including fishing, kayaking, and swimming, as well as agricultural use, with farms and orchards lining its banks.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Ottauquechee River Near West Bridgewater
USGS 01150900
88 cfs 3.78 ft -24.14
Ottauquechee River At North Hartland
USGS 01151500
745 cfs 4.1 ft -15.72

Peak Annual Discharge

Ottauquechee River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Ottauquechee River Year Over Year Discharge


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