Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Sheepscot River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Sheepscot River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Sheepscot River is a 66-mile-long river in Maine, United States. The river flows from the northwest and drains into the Sheepscot Bay on the Atlantic Ocean. Historically, the river was used for transportation, with mills and factories constructed along its banks for powering machinery. Today, the river is used for various recreational activities, including fishing, kayaking, and swimming. There are several reservoirs along the river, including the Coopers Mills Reservoir and the Branch Pond Reservoir, which are used for hydroelectric power generation. The river also has several dams, including the Coopers Mills Dam and the Head Tide Dam. Agricultural uses of the river include irrigation and grazing for livestock. Overall, the Sheepscot River has a rich history and continues to play an important role in the local economy and recreational opportunities.
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Sheepscot River At North Whitefield
USGS 01038000 |
1150 cfs | 4.2 ft | 239.23 |
The Sheepscot River is a 66-mile-long (106 km) river in the U.S. state of Maine. Its lower portion is a complex island estuary with connections to the Kennebec River downstream of Merrymeeting Bay.