Flow report
Alabama River Levels & Streamflow
As of Aug 15, 2026, Alabama rivers are running at 97% of normal across 114 USGS gauges — the highest is 17,200 cfs on the Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville. Live discharge, gauge height, and percent-of-normal for every USGS streamgauge in Alabama.
USGS gauges
114
State percent normal
97%
Paddle runs
0
Updated
Aug 15
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August
15
2026
Flow briefing
Streamflow levels across Alabama are currently 97% of normal, with the Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville reporting the highest discharge in the state at 17,200 cfs and a gauge stage of 35.71 ft.
Meanwhile, the Cahaba River Near Helena Al is seeing a spike today — up 111% since yesterday and currently running near peak.
Tap any gauge below for the full hydrograph, paired weather forecast, and historical context. Use the rivers panel to jump into Alabama's named rivers.
River levels near Alabama towns
Active weather warnings for Alabama
# Alabama Storm Center Report
Multiple Heat Advisories remain in effect across Alabama through Monday evening, August 17th, with dangerously high heat index values threatening the entire state. Northern and central Alabama, including the Huntsville and Birmingham areas, face heat indices up to 110°F, while southeastern Alabama near Dothan and the Mobile region experience even more extreme conditions with heat indices reaching 112°F. Southwest Alabama communities are also under advisory with heat indices near 108°F. The combination of extreme heat and high humidity poses a significant risk for heat-related illnesses including heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activities, stay hydrated, check on vulnerable family members and neighbors, and seek air-conditioned shelter during peak afternoon hours. Heat-related emergencies should be reported to 911 immediately.
Multiple Heat Advisories remain in effect across Alabama through Monday evening, August 17th, with dangerously high heat index values threatening the entire state. Northern and central Alabama, including the Huntsville and Birmingham areas, face heat indices up to 110°F, while southeastern Alabama near Dothan and the Mobile region experience even more extreme conditions with heat indices reaching 112°F. Southwest Alabama communities are also under advisory with heat indices near 108°F. The combination of extreme heat and high humidity poses a significant risk for heat-related illnesses including heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activities, stay hydrated, check on vulnerable family members and neighbors, and seek air-conditioned shelter during peak afternoon hours. Heat-related emergencies should be reported to 911 immediately.
Alabama at a glance
State-wide streamflow overview
The Alabama flow picture in four data points -- where the state sits versus historical norms, what's flowing hardest, and what's spiking fastest.
Percent of normal
97%
100% is the historical norm. Below 70% indicates drought; above 130% can flag elevated flood risk.
Highest discharge
Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville
17,200 cfs
Gauge stage 35.71 ft
Biggest 24h spike
Cahaba River Near Helena Al
+111%
Now 224 cfs
Network coverage
Gauges + rivers tracked
114 + 0
USGS gauges feeding 0 named rivers in Alabama.
Full streamgauge inventory
Alabama USGS streamgauges
Every USGS gauge Snoflo tracks in Alabama. Sortable, quickly filterable. Numeric columns heat-mapped from light to deep. Tap any gauge for its full hydrograph and forecast.
| Streamgage | Streamflow | Gage height | Water temp | Air temp | Elevation | Watershed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02428400 |
13,900 cfs | 35.51 ft | · | 76°F | · | Lower Alabama |
|
Black Warrior River At Selden L & D Near Eutaw, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02466030 |
5,190 cfs | 96.09 ft | · | 76°F | · | Lower Black Warrior |
|
Tombigbee R At Coffeeville L&D Nr Coffeeville, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02469761 |
2,890 cfs | 33.28 ft | · | 75°F | · | Middle Tombigbee-Chickasaw |
|
Tombigbee R At Demopolis L&D Near Coatopa, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02467000 |
2,440 cfs | 73.73 ft | · | 76°F | · | Middle Tombigbee-Chickasaw |
|
Mulberry Fork At Cordova Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02453500 |
2,140 cfs | 11.06 ft | 67°F | 76°F | 288 ft | Mulberry |
|
Alabama River Near Montgomery, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02420000 |
1,820 cfs | 27.00 ft | · | 77°F | 129 ft | Upper Alabama |
|
Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-Mont. Water Works, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02419890 |
1,590 cfs | 3.98 ft | 67°F | 77°F | 143 ft | Lower Tallapoosa |
|
Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02414500 |
1,520 cfs | 4.46 ft | 47°F | 75°F | 651 ft | Middle Tallapoosa |
|
Coosa River At Childersburg Al, Al
1 day ago · USGS 02407000 |
1,360 cfs | 13.61 ft | · | 75°F | 394 ft | Lower Coosa |
|
Black Warrior River At Northport Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02465000 |
1,020 cfs | 123.54 ft | · | 77°F | 123 ft | Lower Black Warrior |
|
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02444160 |
720 cfs | 136.45 ft | · | 76°F | · | Middle Tombigbee-Lubbub |
|
Conecuh River Bel Pt A Dam Nr River Falls, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02372422 |
677 cfs | 8.13 ft | · | 77°F | 154 ft | Upper Conecuh |
|
Conecuh River At River Falls, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02372430 |
651 cfs | 3.85 ft | · | 77°F | 166 ft | Upper Conecuh |
|
Tombigbee R At Gainesville L&D Nr Gainesville Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02447025 |
644 cfs | 109.46 ft | · | 76°F | · | Middle Tombigbee-Lubbub |
|
Tallapoosa River Nr New Site, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02414715 |
623 cfs | 2.67 ft | 45°F | 75°F | 572 ft | Middle Tallapoosa |
|
Huntsville Sp Br At Johnson Road, Al
5 days ago · USGS 03575950 |
588 cfs | 6.40 ft | · | 77°F | 570 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Cahaba River Near Marion Junction Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02425000 |
495 cfs | 2.28 ft | · | 76°F | 128 ft | Cahaba |
|
Locust Fork At Sayre, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02456500 |
466 cfs | 3.73 ft | · | 76°F | 325 ft | Locust |
|
Cahaba River At Centreville Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02424000 |
438 cfs | 1.12 ft | · | 76°F | 218 ft | Cahaba |
|
Choctawhatchee River Near Bellwood Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02361500 |
394 cfs | 4.47 ft | · | 77°F | 115 ft | Upper Choctawhatchee |
|
Choccolocco Creek At Jackson Shoal Nr Lincoln Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02404400 |
374 cfs | 18.30 ft | · | 75°F | 478 ft | Middle Coosa |
|
Conecuh River At State Hwy 41 Near Brewton, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02374250 |
370 cfs | 8.52 ft | · | 77°F | 74 ft | Lower Conecuh |
|
Indian Creek Near Madison Al, Al
5 days ago · USGS 03575830 |
303 cfs | 2.43 ft | · | 76°F | 604 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Perdido River At Barrineau Park, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02376500 |
263 cfs | 1.47 ft | · | 78°F | 40 ft | Perdido |
|
Sougahatchee Creek At Co Rd 188 Nr Loachapoka, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02418230 |
247 cfs | 2.63 ft | · | 76°F | 543 ft | Lower Tallapoosa |
|
Chattooga River Above Gaylesville Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02398300 |
235 cfs | 4.12 ft | · | 75°F | 592 ft | Upper Coosa |
|
Choctawhatchee River Near Newton, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02361000 |
226 cfs | 3.68 ft | · | 77°F | 176 ft | Upper Choctawhatchee |
|
Pea River Near Samson Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02364500 |
226 cfs | 5.57 ft | · | 76°F | 153 ft | Pea |
|
Mcdonald Creek At Patton Road Nr Huntsville Al, Al
5 days ago · USGS 03575980 |
211 cfs | 1.61 ft | · | 77°F | 580 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Big Escambia Creek At Flomaton Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02375000 |
201 cfs | 7.01 ft | · | 77°F | 85 ft | Escambia |
|
Hatchet Creek Below Rockford Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02408540 |
193 cfs | 2.43 ft | · | 75°F | 426 ft | Lower Coosa |
|
Cahaba River Near West Blocton Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02423647 |
191 cfs | 2.35 ft | 78°F | 76°F | 264 ft | Cahaba |
|
Mulberry Fork Near Arkadelphia, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02450180 |
182 cfs | 1.52 ft | · | 76°F | 324 ft | Mulberry |
|
Flint River At Brownsboro, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 03575100 |
178 cfs | 7.45 ft | · | 76°F | 677 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Little Tallapoosa River Near Newell Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02413300 |
172 cfs | 2.26 ft | 48°F | 74°F | 859 ft | Upper Tallapoosa |
|
Murder Creek At State Hwy 41 At Brewton, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02374700 |
152 cfs | 9.96 ft | · | 77°F | 77 ft | Lower Conecuh |
|
Hillabee Creek Near Hackneyville Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02415000 |
152 cfs | 5.75 ft | · | 74°F | 579 ft | Middle Tallapoosa |
|
Tallapoosa River Near Heflin, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02412000 |
151 cfs | 2.69 ft | 45°F | 74°F | 837 ft | Upper Tallapoosa |
|
Sipsey River Nr Elrod, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02446500 |
147 cfs | 5.79 ft | · | 76°F | 257 ft | Sipsey |
|
Styx River Near Elsanor, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02377570 |
146 cfs | 1.58 ft | · | 78°F | 22 ft | Perdido |
|
Talladega Creek At Alpine Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02406500 |
145 cfs | 4.04 ft | · | 75°F | 459 ft | Middle Coosa |
|
Locust Fork Near Cleveland, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02455000 |
145 cfs | 1.70 ft | · | 75°F | 558 ft | Locust |
|
Mulberry Fork Near Garden City, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02450000 |
135 cfs | 3.48 ft | · | 75°F | 407 ft | Mulberry |
|
Sucarnoochee River At Livingston Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02467500 |
133 cfs | 1.12 ft | · | 75°F | 115 ft | Sucarnoochee |
|
Bear Creek Near Red Bay, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 03592000 |
124 cfs | 4.70 ft | 96°F | 75°F | 533 ft | Bear |
|
Cahaba River Near Helena Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02423555 |
118 cfs | 1.54 ft | 77°F | 76°F | 401 ft | Cahaba |
|
Buttahatchee River Below Hamilton Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02438000 |
112 cfs | 1.60 ft | · | 75°F | 394 ft | Buttahatchee |
|
Village Creek Near Docena, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02458600 |
104 cfs | 1.30 ft | 79°F | 76°F | 514 ft | Locust |
|
Choccolocco Creek Near Boiling Spring, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02403310 |
99 cfs | 3.62 ft | · | 75°F | 614 ft | Middle Coosa |
|
Noxubee River Nr Geiger, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02448500 |
98 cfs | 8.86 ft | · | 76°F | 141 ft | Noxubee |
|
Valley Creek Near Oak Grove Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02462000 |
91 cfs | 3.13 ft | · | 76°F | 322 ft | Upper Black Warrior |
|
Cypress Creek Near Florence Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 03590000 |
88 cfs | 1.74 ft | · | 75°F | 453 ft | Pickwick Lake |
|
Big Escambia Cr At Sardine Br Nr Stanley Crossroad, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02374950 |
87 cfs | · | · | 77°F | 126 ft | Escambia |
|
Terrapin Creek At Ellisville Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02400100 |
81 cfs | 7.22 ft | 81°F | 75°F | 547 ft | Upper Coosa |
|
Conecuh River At Brantley Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02371500 |
80 cfs | 1.21 ft | · | 76°F | 275 ft | Upper Conecuh |
|
Dallas Branch At Coleman St In Huntsville, Al
5 days ago · USGS 0357587728 |
76 cfs | · | · | 77°F | 649 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Paint Rock River Near Woodville Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 03574500 |
70 cfs | 2.62 ft | · | 76°F | 625 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Big Wills Creek Near Reece City, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02401000 |
70 cfs | 2.02 ft | · | 75°F | 616 ft | Middle Coosa |
|
Kelly Creek Near Vincent Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02405500 |
68 cfs | 1.99 ft | 81°F | 75°F | 425 ft | Middle Coosa |
|
Little River Near Blue Pond Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02399200 |
67 cfs | 2.28 ft | · | 75°F | 624 ft | Upper Coosa |
|
Pea River Near Ariton Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02363000 |
65 cfs | 2.01 ft | · | 76°F | 289 ft | Pea |
|
Blackwater Creek Near Manchester Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02453000 |
63 cfs | 2.60 ft | · | 75°F | 409 ft | Mulberry |
|
Cahaba River Near Mountain Brook Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02423380 |
62 cfs | · | 84°F | 76°F | 473 ft | Cahaba |
|
Little Cahaba River At Cah Bea Rd Nr Cahaba Hts Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02423414 |
62 cfs | 1.10 ft | · | 76°F | 505 ft | Cahaba |
|
Murder Creek Near Evergreen Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02374500 |
60 cfs | 2.75 ft | · | 76°F | 187 ft | Lower Conecuh |
|
Valley Creek Near Bessemer, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02461500 |
60 cfs | 5.82 ft | · | 76°F | 459 ft | Upper Black Warrior |
|
Mulberry Creek At Jones Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02422500 |
57 cfs | · | · | 76°F | 219 ft | Upper Alabama |
|
Chickasaw Creek Near Kushla Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02471001 |
56 cfs | 3.24 ft | · | 79°F | 18 ft | Mobile - Tensaw |
|
Village Creek Near Pratt City, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02458502 |
53 cfs | 1.32 ft | 77°F | 77°F | 536 ft | Locust |
|
Patsaliga Creek Near Brantley Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02372250 |
53 cfs | 3.06 ft | · | 76°F | 269 ft | Patsaliga |
|
Uphapee Creek Near Tuskegee Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02419000 |
53 cfs | 1.02 ft | · | 76°F | 256 ft | Lower Tallapoosa |
|
Clear C At New Hope Church Nr Poplar Springs, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02450825 |
51 cfs | 1.56 ft | · | 74°F | 601 ft | Sipsey Fork |
|
Fish River Near Silver Hill Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02378500 |
49 cfs | · | · | 77°F | 27 ft | Mobile Bay |
|
Village Creek At Avenue W At Ensley, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02458450 |
46 cfs | 2.18 ft | 79°F | 77°F | 512 ft | Locust |
|
Big Canoe Creek At Ashville Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02401390 |
46 cfs | 1.61 ft | · | 76°F | 533 ft | Middle Coosa |
|
Chewacla Creek At Chewacla State Park Nr Auburn, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02418760 |
45 cfs | 2.16 ft | · | 76°F | 464 ft | Lower Tallapoosa |
|
Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02342500 |
45 cfs | · | · | 76°F | 219 ft | Middle Chattahoochee-Walter F. George Reservoi |
|
Cahaba River Near Hoover, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02423496 |
39 cfs | 2.81 ft | 83°F | 76°F | 466 ft | Cahaba |
|
Broglan Branch At Oakwood Avenue At Huntsville, Al
5 days ago · USGS 0357591500 |
38 cfs | 6.13 ft | · | 77°F | 671 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Sepulga River Near Mckenzie Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02373000 |
34 cfs | 2.86 ft | · | 76°F | 191 ft | Sepulga |
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Cahaba River Near Acton Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02423500 |
33 cfs | 1.96 ft | · | 76°F | 393 ft | Cahaba |
|
Limestone Creek Near Athens Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 03576250 |
33 cfs | 1.60 ft | · | 76°F | 627 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02421000 |
32 cfs | 1.94 ft | · | 77°F | 161 ft | Upper Alabama |
|
Blackwater River Near Bradley Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02369800 |
31 cfs | · | · | 77°F | 141 ft | Blackwater |
|
Fivemile Creek Near Republic, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02457595 |
30 cfs | 1.27 ft | 81°F | 76°F | 459 ft | Locust |
|
Big Nance Creek At Courtland Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 03586500 |
25 cfs | 1.67 ft | · | 75°F | 584 ft | Pickwick Lake |
|
Sipsey Fork Near Grayson Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02450250 |
24 cfs | 3.01 ft | 79°F | 74°F | 557 ft | Sipsey Fork |
|
Burnt Corn Creek At State Hwy 41 Near Brewton, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02374745 |
24 cfs | 2.66 ft | · | 76°F | 83 ft | Lower Conecuh |
|
Shades Creek Near Greenwood Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02423630 |
21 cfs | 1.87 ft | · | 76°F | 499 ft | Cahaba |
|
Big Creek At County Rd 63 Near Wilmer, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02479945 |
21 cfs | 1.84 ft | · | 77°F | 140 ft | Escatawpa |
|
Magnolia River At Us 98 Near Foley, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02378300 |
21 cfs | 2.40 ft | · | 78°F | 22 ft | Mobile Bay |
|
Little Cahaba River Nr Jefferson Park, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02423400 |
21 cfs | · | · | 75°F | 596 ft | Cahaba |
|
Fowl River At Half-Mile Rd Near Laurendine, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02471078 |
20 cfs | 1.49 ft | · | 77°F | 23 ft | Mobile Bay |
|
Big Wills Creek At State Hwy 35 Nr Fort Payne, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02400680 |
17 cfs | 4.01 ft | · | 75°F | 809 ft | Middle Coosa |
|
Town Creek Near Geraldine Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 03572900 |
15 cfs | · | · | 75°F | 1,016 ft | Guntersville Lake |
|
Satilpa Creek Near Coffeeville Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02469800 |
15 cfs | 2.95 ft | · | 76°F | 60 ft | Lower Tambigbee |
|
Turkey Creek At Sewage Plant Near Pinson Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02455980 |
14 cfs | 4.24 ft | 76°F | 76°F | 595 ft | Locust |
|
Little Cahaba River Below Leeds, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02423397 |
13 cfs | 1.19 ft | 76°F | 75°F | 616 ft | Cahaba |
|
Blackburn Fork Little Warrior R Nr Holly Springs, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02455185 |
13 cfs | 1.37 ft | · | 75°F | 884 ft | Locust |
|
Cahaba River Near Cahaba Heights Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02423425 |
12 cfs | 1.42 ft | · | 76°F | 423 ft | Cahaba |
|
Hamilton Creek At Snow Road Near Semmes, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02480002 |
12 cfs | 3.21 ft | · | 77°F | 118 ft | Escatawpa |
|
Crooked Creek Near Fairview, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02479980 |
12 cfs | · | · | 77°F | 115 ft | Escatawpa |
|
Cahaba Valley Creek At Cross Cr Rd At Pelham, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 0242354750 |
10 cfs | 2.22 ft | · | 76°F | 451 ft | Cahaba |
|
Valley Creek At Center St At Birmingham, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02461130 |
9 cfs | 1.56 ft | 78°F | 77°F | 559 ft | Upper Black Warrior |
|
Elliotts Creek At Moundville Al, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02465493 |
9 cfs | 1.63 ft | · | 77°F | 164 ft | Lower Black Warrior |
|
Pine Barren Creek Near Snow Hill, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02427250 |
9 cfs | 1.93 ft | · | 76°F | 154 ft | Middle Alabama |
|
North River Near Samantha Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02464000 |
8 cfs | 1.88 ft | · | 76°F | 291 ft | Upper Black Warrior |
|
Cribbs Mill Creek At Ww Plant At Tuscaloosa, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02465292 |
8 cfs | · | · | 77°F | 153 ft | Lower Black Warrior |
|
Blue Springs Creek Near Blountsville, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02449882 |
7 cfs | 2.31 ft | · | 75°F | 662 ft | Mulberry |
|
Hester Creek At Buddy Williamson Rd Nr Plevna, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 0357479650 |
5 cfs | 1.64 ft | · | 75°F | 776 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Flint Creek Near Falkville Al, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 03576500 |
4 cfs | 2.46 ft | · | 76°F | 596 ft | Wheeler Lake |
|
Village Creek At 86th St North At Roebuck, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02458148 |
3 cfs | 1.14 ft | 68°F | 76°F | 653 ft | Locust |
|
Bassett Creek At Us Highway 43 Nr Thomasville, Al
5 hours ago · USGS 02470072 |
1 cfs | 2.88 ft | · | 75°F | 298 ft | Lower Tambigbee |
|
Cahaba River At Trussville, Al
6 hours ago · USGS 02423130 |
0 cfs | 1.52 ft | 80°F | 75°F | 679 ft | Cahaba |
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About Alabama streamflow
What are river levels like in Alabama right now?
As of August 15, 2026, Alabama rivers are running at 97% of normal across 114 USGS streamgauges, and the Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville is reporting the highest discharge at 17,200 cfs. The full sortable gauge table is below.
Which Alabama river is running highest right now?
As of August 15, 2026, the highest discharge in Alabama is 17,200 cfs on the Alabama River At Claiborne L&D Near Monroeville. See the sortable gauge table for the full statewide ranking.
Are Alabama rivers high or low right now?
Compare the statewide percent-of-normal on this page: above 100% means Alabama rivers are running higher than the seasonal average for the date, below 100% means lower (a dry spell or drought). Each gauge also shows its own percent of median.
Where does the Alabama streamflow data come from?
The U.S. Geological Survey National Water Information System. USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes) and the data is the canonical real-time record for U.S. rivers. Snoflo pulls the latest readings and joins them to a 7-day NOAA weather forecast for each station.
What is cfs?
Cubic feet per second — the standard unit for streamflow. One cfs is about 7.5 gallons per second. Small creeks run at single-digit cfs; the Mississippi at hundreds of thousands.
What does Gauge Height mean?
The water level at the gauge in feet above the reference datum. Used together with discharge to track river state. Flood stage and runnable levels are typically expressed in gauge height (e.g., "flood at 16 ft").
How fresh is the Alabama data?
USGS streamgauges report every 15 minutes; Snoflo re-pulls throughout the day. The AI briefing regenerates daily.
Can I get a flow alert for a Alabama gauge?
Yes. Save any USGS gauge as a favorite in the Snoflo iOS app, set a discharge or stage threshold (e.g. "alert me when discharge crosses 2,000 cfs"), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Is this a substitute for an NWS flood warning?
No. Snoflo is informational. For flood life-safety decisions always follow guidance from your local NWS forecast office and state emergency management. Snoflo data is one input among several.
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