Black River

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Black River Levels

May 16 2024

119,671 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+7375.0 cfs (+13.93%) since yesterday
75.11% of Normal • 23 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Black River was last observed at 60,334 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 119,671 acre-ft of water today; about 75% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 80,322 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2011-05-04 when daily discharge volume was observed at 476,781 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Black River At Black Rock reporting a streamflow rate of 15,300 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Black River Ds St Hwy 54 @ Black River Falls with a gauge stage of 36.97 ft. This river is monitored from 23 different streamgauging stations along the Black River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 5,759 ft, the Black River Blw Pumping Plant.

Last Updated 2024-05-16
Streamflow 60,334.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 75.11%
Maximum 476,781.0 cfs
2011-05-04

About the black river


The Black River is a river in the northeastern United States that flows through the states of New York and Pennsylvania. It is approximately 125 miles long and has a drainage area of 1,230 square miles. The river is known for its hydroelectric power generation, with several dams and reservoirs built along its length, including the Neversink Reservoir and the Pepacton Reservoir. These reservoirs provide drinking water to New York City and the surrounding areas. The Black River also has recreational uses, with fishing, kayaking, and canoeing opportunities, and the river's valley is home to a variety of wildlife. The river has played an important role in the history of the region, having been used for transportation, logging, and agriculture.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Black River Blw Pumping Plant
USGS 09489500 		134 cfs 3.24 ft -2.19
Black River Near Fort Apache
USGS 09490500 		188 cfs 2.69 ft -1.05
Black River Above Malaga
USGS 08405500 		5 cfs 1.29 ft 4.81
Black River Near Bessemer
USGS 04031000 		98 cfs 2.49 ft -12.77
Black River At Neillsville
USGS 05381000 		354 cfs 3.87 ft -14.08
Black River Near Boonville Ny
USGS 04252500 		928 cfs 5.38 ft 24.06
Black River Ds St Hwy 54 @ Black River Falls
USGS 053813595 		925 cfs 36.97 ft -21.61
Black River At Coventry
USGS 04296000 		687 cfs 4.45 ft 212.27
Black River Near Jeddo
USGS 04159492 		97 cfs 3.59 ft -9.44
Black River Near Galesville
USGS 05382000 		1700 cfs 4.82 ft -10.99
Black River Near Garnet
USGS 04046000 		24 cfs 2.94 ft -5.91
Black River At Elyria Oh
USGS 04200500 		103 cfs 1.4 ft -23.13
Black River Near Annapolis
USGS 07061500 		585 cfs 4.61 ft -13.33
Black River At North Springfield
USGS 01153000 		281 cfs 2.86 ft 6.04
Black River At Leeper
USGS 07062500 		2600 cfs 5.89 ft 46.07
Black River At Watertown Ny
USGS 04260500 		2860 cfs 3.98 ft 6.72
Black River At Poplar Bluff
USGS 07063000 		3660 cfs 9.31 ft -31.84
Black River Near Corning
USGS 07064000 		5390 cfs 11.45 ft 39.28
Black River At Pocahontas
USGS 07069000 		12000 cfs 14.15 ft 15.38
Black River At Black Rock
USGS 07072500 		15300 cfs 13.72 ft 13.33
Black River At Elgin Ferry
USGS 07074420 		12100 cfs 15.47 ft 17.48
Black River At Kingstree
USGS 02136000 		321 cfs 5.55 ft 1.58
Black River Near Tomahawk
USGS 02106500 		321 cfs 4.31 ft 72.58

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