QUINEBAUG RIVER

QUINEBAUG RIVER

River Levels Streamgages Weather


Total streamflow across the Quinebaug River was last observed at 673 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,334 acre-ft of water today; about 42% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,596 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2023-12-19 when daily discharge volume was observed at 24,774 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Quinebaug River At Jewett City reporting a streamflow rate of 371 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Quinebaug River, with a gauge stage of 5.14 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 6 different streamgauging stations along the Quinebaug River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 614 ft, the Quinebaug R Bl E Brimfield Dam At Fiskdale.

The Quinebaug River is a 69-mile-long river located in the northeastern part of the United States, mostly in the state of Connecticut. The river has a rich history, having been used for transportation, industry, and recreation. The Quinebaug River also has several reservoirs and dams, including the West Thompson Dam, which was built in the 1960s for flood control and water supply. The river is a popular spot for fishing and canoeing, and there are also several parks and trails along its banks. In terms of hydrology, the Quinebaug River is part of the Thames River watershed and contributes to the overall health of the Long Island Sound. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, such as irrigation and livestock watering.

July 26, 2024

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Last Updated 2024-07-26
Discharge Volume 1,334 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 672.8 cfs
-0.8 cfs (-0.12%)
Percent of Normal 42.15%
Maximum 24,774.0 cfs
2023-12-19
Seasonal Avg 1,596 cfs
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Quinebaug R Bl E Brimfield Dam At Fiskdale
USGS 01123360
33 cfs 2.56 ft 0
Quinebaug R Bl Westville Dam Nr Southbridge
USGS 01123600
67 cfs 3.69 ft 1.98
Quinebaug River At Quinebaug
USGS 01124000
28 cfs 2.31 ft -49.91
Quinebaug R At West Thompson
USGS 01124151
59 cfs 0.72 ft 2.07
Quinebaug River At Putnam
USGS 01125500
143 cfs 2.39 ft 30
Quinebaug River At Jewett City
USGS 01127000
371 cfs 5.14 ft 5.4

Regional Streamflow

10

Cubic Feet Per Second

132

Cubic Feet Per Second

27

Cubic Feet Per Second

2

Cubic Feet Per Second

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The Quinebaug River is a river in south-central Massachusetts and eastern Connecticut, with watershed extending into western Rhode Island. The name "Quinebaug" comes from the southern New England Native American term, spelled variously Qunnubbâgge, Quinibauge, etc., meaning "long pond", from qunni-, "long", and -paug, "pond". The river is one of the namesake rivers in the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor.



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