Total streamflow across the Withlacoochee River was last observed at 2,260 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 4,482 acre-ft of water today; about 36% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 6,323 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2013-03-02 when daily discharge volume was observed at 84,630 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Withlacoochee River Nr Lee reporting a streamflow rate of 2,560 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Withlacoochee River Nr Dade City with a gauge stage of 67.62 ft. This river is monitored from 18 different streamgauging stations along the Withlacoochee River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 136 ft, the Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd.

The Withlacoochee River is a 141-mile-long river that flows through central Florida. It is one of the state’s most popular rivers for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming. The river is fed by several smaller waterways and has numerous reservoirs and dams along its length. The most notable of these are the Withlacoochee Dam and the Lake Rousseau Dam. The river has a long history, and the area surrounding the river was once home to several tribes of Native Americans. The river has also played an important role in Florida’s agriculture, with farms and citrus groves located along its banks. Despite its importance, the river has faced pollution and other environmental concerns in recent years, leading to conservation efforts to protect its water quality and wildlife.