Summary
Total streamflow across the
West Nishnabotna River
was last observed at
648
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,285
acre-ft of water today; about 124%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
524 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-08-11 when daily discharge volume was observed at
2,639 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
reporting a streamflow rate of 428 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the West Nishnabotna River, with a gauge stage of
8.28 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the West Nishnabotna River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,089 ft, the
West Nishnabotna River At Hancock.
15-Day Weather Outlook
River Details
| Last Updated | 2026-03-27 |
| Discharge Volume | 1,285 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
648.0 cfs
-7.0 cfs (-1.07%) |
| Percent of Normal | 123.77% |
| Maximum |
2,639.0 cfs
2025-08-11 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
West Nishnabotna River At Hancock
USGS 06807410 |
220 cfs | 2.54 ft | -4.76 | |||||
|
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
USGS 06808500 |
428 cfs | 8.28 ft | 0.94 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The river has a length of 92 miles and is named after the Nishnabotna Native American tribe. The river's hydrology is largely influenced by precipitation and agricultural practices in the region. There are several small reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Lenox Reservoir, which was built in the 1940s for flood control and irrigation. The river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and camping. Its watershed is also vital for agricultural purposes, providing water for crops and livestock. However, the river has had issues with water quality due to agricultural runoff and erosion. Conservation efforts have been implemented to improve the health of the West Nishnabotna River.