River MA NH VT

Merrimack River

Massachusetts • 42.9568, -71.3141
Length
117 mi
188 km
Elevation
260′ → -5′
265 ft drop
Stream Order
8
Major River
Slope
0.04%
2.3 ft/mi
Drainage
4,971 mi²
12,875 km²
Avg Flow
9,087 cfs
2.3 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
116 mi
186 km to ocean
Classification
Terminal
Mid-reach
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Merrimack River

There are 8 USGS water level monitoring stations on Merrimack River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Merrimack River

There are 23 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Merrimack River.