Black River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Black River Levels

May 18 2024

123,807 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+2085.0 cfs (+3.46%) since yesterday
80.82% of Normal 23 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Black River was last observed at 62,419 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 123,807 acre-ft of water today; about 81% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 77,231 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 15,000 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 37.36 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 2024-05-17
Streamflow 62,419.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 80.82%
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 0
Black River Near Fort Apache
USGS 09490500
181 cfs 2.66 ft -3.72
Black River Above Malaga
USGS 08405500
2 cfs 1.1 ft 4.81
Black River Near Bessemer
USGS 04031000
122 cfs 2.59 ft 4.4
Black River At Neillsville
USGS 05381000
775 cfs 4.73 ft 49.72
Black River Near Boonville Ny
USGS 04252500
790 cfs 5.1 ft 2.26
Black River Ds St Hwy 54 @ Black River Falls
USGS 053813595
1240 cfs 37.36 ft 37.3
Black River At Coventry
USGS 04296000
451 cfs 3.87 ft -10.77
Black River Near Jeddo
USGS 04159492
120 cfs 3.68 ft -8.98
Black River Near Galesville
USGS 05382000
1640 cfs 4.76 ft -10.59
Black River Near Garnet
USGS 04046000
23 cfs 2.93 ft 6.28
Black River At Elyria Oh
USGS 04200500
81 cfs 1.25 ft -15.83
Black River Near Annapolis
USGS 07061500
580 cfs 4.6 ft -6.32
Black River At North Springfield
USGS 01153000
217 cfs 2.69 ft -9.61
Black River At Leeper
USGS 07062500
2830 cfs 6.18 ft 29.62
Black River At Watertown Ny
USGS 04260500
2930 cfs 4.02 ft 4.55
Black River At Poplar Bluff
USGS 07063000
4530 cfs 11.36 ft -4.92
Black River Near Corning
USGS 07064000
6020 cfs 11.72 ft 7.79
Black River At Pocahontas
USGS 07069000
11000 cfs 13.21 ft -5
Black River At Black Rock
USGS 07072500
15000 cfs 13.54 ft -0.65
Black River At Elgin Ferry
USGS 07074420
13500 cfs 16.66 ft 9.09
Black River At Kingstree
USGS 02136000
351 cfs 5.74 ft 4.67
Black River Near Tomahawk
USGS 02106500
860 cfs 6.92 ft 97.51

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Black River Maximum Total Discharge

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Black River Year Over Year Discharge


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