Illinois · Unknown Co.

Embarras River

· 196 mi · Class
Optimal: 600–1800 CFS · USGS #05592100
1,188 avg
1,550CFS
7.97 ft gauge height
Optimal
↓Falling slowly (-20 cfs/hr)(-50 in 3h)
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 1,188 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #05592100
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The Embarras River, a tributary of the Wabash River, is located in east-central Illinois. It is 195 miles in length and has a drainage area of approximately 2,440 square miles. Its major tributaries include Muddy Creek and Big Creek. Starting from the city of Champaign, the Embarras River flows south through seven counties before draining to the Wabash River in Lawrence County. (Illinois DNR)

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