-16.93 cfs (-12.2%) since yesterday
34.41% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Sandusky River
was last observed at
122
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
242
acre-ft of water today; about 34%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
354 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2013-12-23 when daily discharge volume was observed at
36,000 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Sandusky River Near Fremont Oh
reporting a streamflow rate of 55.6 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Sandusky River Near Upper Sandusky Oh
with a gauge stage of 1.3 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Sandusky River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 957 ft, the
Sandusky River Near Bucyrus Oh.
Last Updated
2024-10-04
Streamflow
121.87 cfs
Percent of Normal
34.41%
Maximum
36,000.0 cfs
2013-12-23
About the sandusky river
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.