TOTAL DISCHARGE (CFS)
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-20 |
| Discharge Volume | 3,951 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
1,992.0 cfs
-78.0 cfs (-3.77%) |
| Percent of Normal | 86.39% |
| Maximum |
51,882.7 cfs
2019-02-08 |
| Seasonal Avg | 2,306 cfs |
Total streamflow across the
Whitewater River
was last observed at
1,992
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
3,951
acre-ft of water today; about 86%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
2,306 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-02-08 when daily discharge volume was observed at
51,883 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Whitewater River At Brookville
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,140 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Whitewater R A Windy Point Overflow Channel Ca
with a gauge stage of 12.09 ft.
This river is monitored from 9 different streamgauging stations along the Whitewater River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,242 ft, the
Whitewater R At Towanda.
The Whitewater River is a 30-mile-long tributary of the Little Miami River in southwestern Ohio. It is a popular destination for whitewater kayaking and canoeing due to its fast-moving rapids and scenic beauty. The river's name is believed to have originated from the white foam created by the rapids. The river's hydrology is primarily influenced by rainfall and snowmelt. The river flows through several reservoirs, including East Fork Lake and William H. Harsha Lake, which are used for flood control, water supply, and recreational purposes. The river's water is also used for agricultural purposes such as irrigation. The river has a rich history, having played a crucial role in the development of the region's early industries, including mills and factories. Today, the Whitewater River is a popular recreational destination enjoyed by many outdoor enthusiasts.
YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)
Streamflow Conditions
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Whitewater R At Towanda
USGS 07147070 |
345 cfs | 3.54 ft | -60.77 | |||||
|
Whitewater River Near Economy
USGS 03274650 |
2 cfs | 3.52 ft | 65.09 | |||||
|
Whitewater R A Windy Point Overflow Channel Ca
USGS 10257549 |
0 cfs | 12.09 ft | None | |||||
|
Whitewater R A Windy Point Main Channel Ca
USGS 10257548 |
618 cfs | 5.81 ft | 0.82 | |||||
|
Whitewater River Near Alpine
USGS 03275000 |
211 cfs | 5.03 ft | 8.82 | |||||
|
Whitewater River At Brookville
USGS 03276500 |
1140 cfs | 3.72 ft | 10.28 | |||||
|
Whitewater R A Rancho Mirage Ca
USGS 10259100 |
0 cfs | 6.35 ft | None | |||||
|
Whitewater R A Indio Ca
USGS 10259300 |
0 cfs | 6.62 ft | None | |||||
|
Whitewater R Nr Mecca
USGS 10259540 |
62 cfs | 2.95 ft | 4.02 |
History of the River
A whitewater river is classified based on its chemistry, sediments and water colour. Whitewater rivers have high levels of suspended sediments, giving the water a pH that is near-neutral, a high electric conductivity and a pale muddy, café au lait-like colour. Whitewater rivers are of great ecological importance and are important to local fisheries. The major seasonal Amazonian floodplains known as várzea receive their water from them.The best-known whitewater rivers are Amazonian and have their source in the Andes, but there are also whitewater rivers elsewhere in South America and in other continents.Amazonian rivers fall into three main categories: whitewater, blackwater and clearwater. This classification system was first proposed by Alfred Russel Wallace in 1853 based on water colour, but the types were more clearly defined according to chemistry and physics by Harald Sioli (de) from the 1950s to the 1980s. Although many Amazonian rivers fall clearly into one of these categories, others show a mix of characteristics and may vary depending on season and flood levels.
