-22.2 cfs (-5.54%) since yesterday
101.64% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Quinnipiac River
was last observed at
379
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
751
acre-ft of water today; about 102%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
372 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2011-08-29 when daily discharge volume was observed at
3,943 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Quinnipiac River At Wallingford
reporting a streamflow rate of 324 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Quinnipiac River, with a gauge stage of
4.11 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Quinnipiac River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 145 ft, the
Quinnipiac River At Southington.
Last Updated
2024-04-25
Streamflow
378.5 cfs
Percent of Normal
101.64%
Maximum
3,943.0 cfs
2011-08-29
About the quinnipiac river
The Quinnipiac River is a 45-mile long river located in the eastern part of Connecticut, USA. The river was historically used for transportation and trade by Native American tribes and later by European settlers. The river's hydrology is affected by urbanization, agriculture, and industrialization. There are four major reservoirs/dams on the river, including the Barnes Memorial Reservoir, the Hanover Pond Dam, the Southington Reservoir, and the North Branford Reservoir, which provide drinking water to the surrounding communities. The river is also used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. While agricultural use has declined, there are still some farms in the river's watershed that use its water for irrigation. The Quinnipiac River has faced environmental challenges, including pollution, which has affected its water quality and wildlife.
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