WEKIVA RIVER
RIVER LEVELS
November 29, 2024
TOTAL DISCHARGE (CFS)
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Wekiva River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Wekiva River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Wekiva River is a 16-mile-long tributary of the St. Johns River located in central Florida. The river has a rich history, having been inhabited by Native Americans for thousands of years before being explored by the Spanish in the 16th century. The river's hydrology is unique, with a combination of spring-fed and rain-fed waters. The Wekiva River is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Wekiva River Basin Aquifer Recharge Area, which helps to recharge the Floridan Aquifer. The river is a popular destination for recreational activities such as kayaking, canoeing, and fishing, and has been designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. The Wekiva River also plays an important agricultural role, providing water for citrus groves and other crops in the surrounding area.
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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Wekiva River Nr Sanford
USGS 02235000 |
201 cfs | 2.71 ft | -1.47 |
History of the River
The Wekiva River (sometimes spelled Wekiwa, a Creek word meaning "spring of water") is a 16.0-mile-long (25.7 km) river in Central Florida, north of Orlando in the United States. It originates in Apopka and joins the St. Johns River, the longest river in the state, in DeBary. The Wekiva River system includes the main stem joined by three main tributaries - Rock Springs Run, Blackwater Creek, and the Little Wekiva River - and about 30 contributing groundwater springs. It is designated as a Florida State Canoe Trail, an Outstanding Florida Water, and an Aquatic Preserve by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The Wekiva River system is also one of the two rivers in Florida federally designated as a National Wild and Scenic River for its scenery, recreation, geology, and diverse habitats.Wekiwa is the Creek-Seminole word for a spring, but contrary to popular belief that Wekiva means "flowing water", it was actually an alternate spelling used by developers. The pronunciation of a soft-w, sometimes perceived as a v or b, resulted in cartographers mislabeling maps in later years. The maps drawn in 1838 and 1849 were spelled Wekiwa.
