How often does the Deerfield River get released?
This section is the longest undammed stretch on the Deerfield River and there is a schedule of water releases below Fife Brook that includes 106 days from April through October. The power company often releases water on unscheduled days as well to meet peak power demands.
What is the current flow below the Deerfield River Dam?
For the Deerfield River at Great River Hydro's #5 Development, Monroe Bridge MA At 3:25 AM Today the total flow below the dam was 80 CFS. The following forecast for flows below the dam is based on the most recent load forecast from the New England Independent System Operator which schedules and dispatches generation throughout the region:
What time does the River flood Start and end?
Flows start at 6pm before 1st scheduled day and end at 12:00 noon on Sunday. Flow release from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on day of release. NOTE: no scheduled release on Sunday due to low inflows. The area is experiencing drought conditions. Release levels are dependent on inflow. Please check for updates before you drive.
What is the best place to kayak the Deerfield River?
The most heavily used section of the river by kayakers, canoeists, whitewater rafters, and others, is the section below Fife Brook Dam. This section is the longest undammed stretch on the Deerfield River and there is a schedule of water releases below Fife Brook that includes 106 days from April through October.
When was the Deerfield discharge?
PERIOD OF RECORD --Discharge: March to November 1904, January 1905, March to December 1905, October 1940 to current year, published as "at Deerfield" 1904–5.
What is the phone number for Deerfield Riv?
for the current page for this site. Reports are also available on Waterline's Toll-Free Hotline. Boaters call 1-800 452-1737. Anglers call 1-800 452-1742. At the voice prompt, enter the six-digit code for this site.
When was Somerset reservoir regulated?
REMARKS --Flow regulated since 1913 by Somerset Reservoir, since 1924 by Harriman Reservoir, and by several powerplants upstream. Satellite gage-height telemeter at station.
When will the Water Data for the Nation be discontinued?
We're modernizing Water Data for the Nation delivery. Find out what this means for you. This page will be discontinued Jan.1, 2023.
What is waterline magazine?
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What time does flow release start?
Flow release from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on day of release.
When do Flows start?
Flows start at 6pm before 1st scheduled day and end at 12:00 noon on Sunday.
How many CFS are there in the rafting season?
In consultation with all interested parties there will be four (4) releases of 8000 cfs provided during the rafting season between the hours of 10 am and 1 pm.
Is release level dependent on inflow?
Release levels are dependent on inflow. Please check for updates before you drive.
