-1.49 cfs (-9.63%) since yesterday
26.05% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Skokie River
was last observed at
14
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
28
acre-ft of water today; about 26%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
54 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2017-07-13 when daily discharge volume was observed at
1,980 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Skokie River Near Highland Park
reporting a streamflow rate of 10.1 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Skokie River, with a gauge stage of
2.86 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Skokie River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 664 ft, the
Skokie River At Lake Forest.
Last Updated
2024-04-23
Streamflow
13.98 cfs
Percent of Normal
26.05%
Maximum
1,980.0 cfs
2017-07-13
About the skokie river
The Skokie River is a 20-mile-long tributary of the Chicago River that flows through Lake County, Illinois. The name "Skokie" is believed to have derived from the Potawatomi word for "swampy place," reflecting the river's marshy surroundings. In the early 20th century, several dams and reservoirs were constructed along the river to control flooding and provide water for agriculture and industry. The Skokie Lagoons, a series of seven interconnected reservoirs, are now a popular recreational area for fishing, boating, and hiking. The Skokie River is also a valuable source of water for nearby communities, and is protected through various conservation efforts to maintain its ecology and prevent pollution.