Peace River

Total streamflow across the Peace River was last observed at 87 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 173 acre-ft of water today; about 22% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 401 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2022-09-29 when daily discharge volume was observed at 72,940 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Peace River At Nocatee Fl reporting a streamflow rate of 305 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Peace River Near Homeland Fl with a gauge stage of 81.02 ft. This river is monitored from 9 different streamgauging stations along the Peace River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 94 ft, the Peace River At Bartow Fl.

The river has a rich history, as it was used by Indigenous peoples for trade and transportation centuries before European settlement in the region. Today, the Peace River is used for hydroelectric power generation and irrigation purposes, with several reservoirs and dams along its length, including the W.A.C. Bennett Dam, the largest hydroelectric dam in British Columbia. The Peace River is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The river provides irrigation water for agricultural use, which is important for the productive farmland located in the Peace River Valley.