Baraboo River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Baraboo River is flowing at 556 cfs near Baraboo, WI — 166% of normal for the date and up 76% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Baraboo River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Baraboo, the Baraboo River is running 556 cfs — 166% of normal, up 76% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 166% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Baraboo (+76%).
How the Baraboo River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Baraboo806 ft 556 cfs166%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Baraboo River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (166%).
Baraboo River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Baraboo River Near Baraboo WI
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 05405000 |
556 cfs | 166% | +76% | 9.11 ft | 806 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Baraboo River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Baraboo River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Baraboo River
The Baraboo River is a 120-mile-long tributary of the Wisconsin River in central Wisconsin, United States. The river flows through a mix of forest, agricultural land, and urban areas, and is known for its scenic beauty and wildlife habitat. The Baraboo River has played an important role in the history of the region, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Prairie du Sac dam, which was built in 1914 to generate hydroelectric power. Recreational uses of the Baraboo River include fishing, canoeing, and kayaking, while agricultural uses include irrigation and livestock watering. The river is an important source of water for local communities and plays a vital role in the region's economy and ecology.
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About the Baraboo River
How is the Baraboo River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Baraboo River is flowing at 556 cfs near Baraboo, WI, about 166% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Baraboo River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Baraboo River is at 166% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.