IEM Daily Feature
Wednesday, 07 November 2012

Low flow

Posted: 07 Nov 2012 05:03 AM

The featured chart displays the maximum daily river flow as measured by the gauge on Squaw Creek in Ames at Lincoln Way for each year since 1991. The chart has a logarithmic y-axis to help show the low flows. The flow this year has been on the dry side and non-existent (not measured by the sensor) for many times since July. The flood years of 1993 and 2010 are highlighted for comparison. We continue to desperately need rain and rain while the ground is still not frozen. This rain would help replenish ground water and provide a reserve for crops to use for next year.

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