Swift River

Total streamflow across the Swift River was last observed at 266 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 528 acre-ft of water today; about 30% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 898 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2014-04-16 when daily discharge volume was observed at 9,130 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Swift River Near Roxbury reporting a streamflow rate of 220 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Swift River, with a gauge stage of 2.27 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Swift River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 619 ft, the Swift River Near Roxbury.

It is 25 miles long and has a drainage area of 185 square miles. The river has a long history of human use, including for fishing, farming, and industrial purposes. Today, the river is home to several large reservoirs, including the Quabbin Reservoir, which provides drinking water to over 2 million people in Massachusetts. The Swift River also has several hydroelectric dams, including the Bondsville Dam and the Enfield Dam. The river is popular for recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, and kayaking, and it is also used for agricultural irrigation. Despite its many uses, the Swift River is also a valuable natural resource and is home to a variety of aquatic species.