Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Toms River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Toms River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Toms River is a 41-mile-long river located in New Jersey. It was named after Toms River Township, which was named after a man named Thomas Luker. The river flows through the Pine Barrens and empties into the Barnegat Bay. The hydrology of the Toms River is influenced by its watershed, which includes several reservoirs and dams. The largest of these is the Lakehurst Reservoir, followed by the Upper and Lower Echo Lake Reservoirs. The Toms River has been used for recreational purposes, including fishing and boating, and for irrigation and farming. In recent years, the river gained national attention after an environmental disaster occurred, resulting in contamination by toxic waste. The incident led to cleanup efforts and new regulations to prevent future pollution.
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Toms River Near Toms River Nj
USGS 01408500 |
277 cfs | 5.14 ft | -6.1 |
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