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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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They combined decades of data, including streamflow and precipitation records going back to 1964, and modeled how much water vegetation would consume.

From Science Daily Apr. 14, 2026

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

Stillwater’s study identified and assessed 12 barriers to streamflow in the area.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 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

As the great cities spread and streamflow waters were dammed and stored and then metered out, there was no longer enough to meet agricultural, industrial and municipal needs.

From The Thirst Quenchers by Rick Raphael

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