OFFICIAL HYDROGRAPHIC OBSERVATION REPORT UK
River Ray Water Level & Telemetry
Gauge Station: River Ray at Islip • South East• United Kingdom
● NORMAL FLOW
Water Level (STAGE)
0.16 m
Normal Band: 6.5 – 7.8 m
Discharge / Flow
— m³/s
Historical Peak: 9 m³/s
Elevation
— ft
Elevation above sea level
VERIFIED TELEMETRY
• SOURCE: Environment Agency & SEPA • GAUGE ID: 1489TH • COORD: 51.820°, -1.242°
OBSERVED:
River Ray Where It Flows & Gauge Station
HYDROGRAPHIC MAP & GAUGING LOCATION
Water Level & Flow Hydrograph (River Ray)
WATER LEVEL & FLOW HYDROGRAPH: RIVER LEVEL / STAGE (m)
CURRENT READING: 0.16 m
Recorded Telemetry Normal Band
Continuous Observations
GEOGRAPHIC COURSE & HYDROLOGICAL REACH
Where It Flows: River Ray
The River Ray is a vital waterway situated within United Kingdom, flowing predominantly across the South East basin. It forms an integral artery of the Cherwell Thame and Wye drainage basin. Along its course, it navigates through or proximate to Islip, providing municipal drainage, agricultural sustenance, and freshwater habitat. Continuous hydrological surveillance at the River Ray at Islip gauging station (coordinates: 51.8198°N, -1.2422°W) allows real-time quantification of upstream runoff, seasonal snowmelt pulses, and meteorological flood crests.
COUNTRY
United Kingdom
REGION / STATE
South East
CATCHMENT BASIN
Cherwell Thame and Wye
GAUGING LOCATION
Islip
MONITORING STATIONS & GAUGES ALONG (5)
UPSTREAM & DOWNSTREAM POINTS
| Station / Location | REGION / STATE | Coordinates | Station ID | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Ray at Islip CURRENT GAUGE | South East | 51.820°, -1.242° | 1489TH | Viewing |
| River Ray at Lower Arncott | South East | 51.861°, -1.119° | 1483TH | View Level → |
| River Ray at Water Eaton | South West | 51.640°, -1.827° | 0390TH | View Level → |
| River Ray at Rodbourne | South West | 51.572°, -1.817° | 0319TH | View Level → |
| River Ray at Grendon Underwood | South East | 51.884°, -1.013° | 1471TH | View Level → |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT WATER LEVELS
Frequently Asked Questions About Water Levels: River Ray
What is the current River Ray water level today? ↓
As of the latest continuous telemetry report, the River Ray water level at River Ray at Islip is measured at 0.16 m with an observed discharge of active seasonal rate.
Where is the official monitoring gauge for River Ray located? ↓
The primary monitoring station for River Ray is located at coordinates 51.8198° Latitude and -1.2422° Longitude near Islip in South East. Telemetry is recorded under site identifier 1489TH.
What are normal water levels and flood stages for River Ray? ↓
Typical hydrological levels on the River Ray generally fluctuate within 6.5 m and 7.8 m. When stage exceeds these parameters, localized bank overflow and flood advisories may be triggered.
Where does the River Ray flow? ↓
The River Ray courses through United Kingdom across the South East basin, draining into the Cherwell Thame and Wye. It provides critical natural drainage and freshwater replenishment across its catchment reach.
Connected & Nearby Rivers (South East)
Hydrologically adjacent waterways and tributaries
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River Bourne Tributary Medway
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River East Stour Trib Great Stour
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River Eden Tributary Medway
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