River and stream flow data, both historical and
current, are provided by a system of gages
maintained by the U.S. Geological Survey and the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers:
Information on current
and projected flows at Connecticut River mainstem
dams is available through TransCanada Hydro
Northeast.
The topic of river flow is gaining increased
attention from policy makers and river watchers.
Flow is the muscle of a river that turns
generators, provides habitat, and renews biological
life -- but can rearrange it too in a flood or
drought.
New flood plain mapping is currently
underway for the NH & VT portion of the
Connecticut River from the White River Junction
area to Vernon Dam, sponsored by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency. For more
information, contact the New
England Floodplain and Stormwater Managers
Association.
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