Sandusky River Levels

June 7 2023

367 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today

-10.2 cfs (-5.23%) since yesterday
9.24% of normal • Very Low

Total streamflow across the Sandusky River was last observed at 185 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 367 acre-ft of water today; about 9% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 2002 cfs, with recent peaks last observed at 36,000 cfs on 2013-12-23.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Sandusky River Near Fremont Oh reporting a streamflow rate of 85.8 cfs. However, the deepest point on the river is located at the Sandusky River At Tiffin Oh with a gage stage of 1.3 ft. This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Sandusky River, the highest being perched at an elevation of 957 ft, the Sandusky River Near Bucyrus Oh.

River Summary: The Sandusky River is a river in northwestern Ohio that flows for 133 miles before emptying into Lake Erie. Historically, the river has played an important role in transportation and industry, particularly during the 19th century when it was used to transport logging and agricultural products. Today, the river is primarily used for recreation, including fishing and boating. The river's hydrology is impacted by several reservoirs and dams, including the Tiffin and Ballville dams. These dams help to regulate water flow and prevent flooding. The river also serves as a source of irrigation for nearby agricultural land. Despite pollution concerns in the past, the Sandusky River has seen improvements in water quality and continues to be an important resource for the region.

Last Updated	2023-06-07
Streamflow	185.0 cfs
Percent Normal	9.24%
Maximum	36,000.0 cfs 2013-12-23