Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
reporting a streamflow rate of cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Winnipesaukee River, with a gauge stage of
ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Winnipesaukee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the
.
About the winnipesaukee river
The Winnipesaukee River flows 17.3 miles through central New Hampshire, connecting Lake Winnipesaukee to the Merrimack River. The river was historically used by Native Americans and later by European settlers for transportation and trade, and it played a role in the lumber industry during the 19th century. Today, it is primarily used for hydroelectric power generation, with five dams and reservoirs along its length. These include the Lakeport Dam, which creates Lake Opechee; the Winnisquam Dam, which creates Lake Winnisquam; and the Franklin Falls Dam, which creates the 3,000-acre Webster Lake. The river also provides recreational opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and swimming. Agricultural uses include irrigation for nearby farms.