Black Warrior River Flow Today
As of October 17, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the Black Warrior River is flowing at 783 cfs at Northport Al, AL — 317% of normal for the date and up 20% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Black Warrior 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 Northport Al, the Black Warrior River is running 783 cfs — 317% of normal, up 20% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 317% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Northport Al (+20%).
Flood watch: Northport Al is at action stage (123.46 ft). Check NWS before heading out.
High water on the Black Warrior River
Black Warrior River At Northport Al is at 123.46 ft — action stage (flood stage 129.0 ft).
How the Black Warrior 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
- Northport Al123 ft 783 cfs317%
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 Black Warrior River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (317%).
Black Warrior River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Black Warrior River At Northport Al AL
Oct 17, 2:30 AM · USGS 02465000 |
783 cfs | 317% | +20% | 123.46 ft | Action | 123 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 Black Warrior River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Black Warrior 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).
Black Warrior River
The Black Warrior River is a major waterway in the southeastern United States that flows through Alabama. The river is approximately 178 miles long and has a drainage area of over 6,000 square miles. Historically, the river was used for transportation and industrial purposes, and today it is a vital source of water for drinking, irrigation, and recreation. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the William Bacon Oliver Lock and Dam, which was built in the 1930s to support navigation and prevent flooding. The river also provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. Additionally, the river plays an important role in supporting the agricultural industry in Alabama.
Fishing near the Black Warrior River
About the Black Warrior River
How is the Black Warrior River flowing right now?
As of October 17, 2026, the Black Warrior River is flowing at 783 cfs at Northport Al, AL, about 317% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Black Warrior River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Black Warrior River is at 317% 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.
What is flood stage on the Black Warrior River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Northport Al (129.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
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.