Branch River Flow Today
As of October 10, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Branch River is flowing at 26 cfs at Forestdale, RI — 79% of normal for the date and down 8% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Branch 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 Forestdale, the Branch River is running 26 cfs — 79% of normal, down 8% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 79% of normal).
How the Branch 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
- Forestdale184 ft 26 cfs79%
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 Branch River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (79%).
Branch River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Branch River At Forestdale RI
Oct 10, 3:15 AM · USGS 01111500 |
26 cfs | 79% | -8% | 1.94 ft | 184 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 Branch River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Branch 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).
Branch River
The Branch River is a tributary of the Manitowoc River, located in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin. It is about 20 miles long and has a drainage area of approximately 143 square miles. The river's name is derived from the many branches that form the main stream. The hydrology of the river is characterized by a moderate gradient, with riffles and pools present throughout the length of the river. There are two major reservoirs on the river, the Collins Marsh Reservoir and the Mill Creek Reservoir. These reservoirs are used for recreational purposes such as fishing, boating, and camping. The river also has significance in agriculture, as it provides water for fields and farms in the surrounding area. The Branch River has a rich history, with evidence of Native American settlements and early European explorers and settlers.
About the Branch River
How is the Branch River flowing right now?
As of October 10, 2026, the Branch River is flowing at 26 cfs at Forestdale, RI, about 79% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Branch River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Branch River is at 79% 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.