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TRENT RIVER
December 4, 2024
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Trent River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Trent River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Trent River is a prominent waterway in Ontario, Canada. It flows for 386 kilometers, starting in the Kawartha Lakes and emptying into Lake Ontario. Historically, the river played a significant role in the early development of Canada, serving as a vital transportation and trade route. Today, it is used for hydroelectric power generation and serves as a water source for agricultural irrigation. It also supports recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Balsam Lake Dam and the Ranney Falls Generating Station Dam. These structures help manage water levels for flood control, hydroelectric power generation, and recreational use. The Trent River is an important natural resource that continues to provide a valuable source of water and energy for Ontario.
TOTAL DISCHARGE (CFS)
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Trent River Near Trenton
USGS 02092500 |
4 cfs | 3.19 ft | -25.67 |
History of the River
The River Trent is the third-longest river in the United Kingdom. Its source is in Staffordshire on the southern edge of Biddulph Moor. It flows through and drains most of the metropolitan central and northern Midlands south and east of its source north of Stoke-on-Trent. The river is known for dramatic flooding after storms and spring snowmelt, which in past times often caused the river to change course.
The river passes through Stoke-on-Trent, Burton upon Trent and Nottingham before joining the River Ouse at Trent Falls to form the Humber Estuary, which empties into the North Sea between Hull in Yorkshire and Immingham in Lincolnshire. The course of the river has often been described as the boundary between the Midlands and the north of England.