-46020.0 cfs (-13.73%) since yesterday
83.91% of Normal
•
16 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Susquehanna River
was last observed at
289,140
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
573,502
acre-ft of water today; about 84%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
344,586 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2011-09-09 when daily discharge volume was observed at
3,832,200 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Susquehanna River At Conowingo
reporting a streamflow rate of 49,600 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Susquehanna River At Marietta
with a gauge stage of 38.04 ft.
This river is monitored from 16 different streamgauging stations along the Susquehanna River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 979 ft, the
Susquehanna River At Unadilla Ny.
Last Updated
2024-04-25
Streamflow
289,140.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
83.91%
Maximum
3,832,200.0 cfs
2011-09-09
About the susquehanna river
The Susquehanna River, located in the northeastern United States, stretches for 444 miles from its source in upstate New York to the Chesapeake Bay. It has played a significant role in the history of the region, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers. The river's hydrology is characterized by high flow variability, with floods and droughts being common. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Conowingo Dam and the Safe Harbor Dam, both of which generate hydroelectric power. Recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping are popular along the river, and it also supports agriculture by providing irrigation for crops. However, pollution from agricultural runoff and other sources has impacted the river's water quality and ecosystem.
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