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streamflow

American  
[streem-floh] / ˈstrimˌfloʊ /

noun

  1. the water that flows in a specific stream site, especially its volume and rate of flow.


Etymology

Origin of streamflow

stream + flow


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A scientific framework linking rainfall forecasts to the local impacts, such as streamflow, flood depth and water velocity, could also help decision-makers implement timely evacuations or road closures.

From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2025

The results imply that drought vulnerability analyses relying only on the historical streamflow record may severely underestimate the magnitude of potential drought events and their impacts on water storage, agriculture and municipal water supply.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 14, 2024

Scientists have found similar gaps in streamflow monitoring in regions around the world.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2024

Recent advances in technology, he said, can also allow for the deployment of more real-time “smart” gauges that measure not only streamflow but also water quality, temperature and other measures of waterways’ health.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2024

Upon those readings had been based the crude, wide-margin streamflow forecasts for the coming year.

From The Thirst Quenchers by Rick Raphael

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