Brule River Flow Today
As of October 22, 2026 at 1:30 AM, the Brule River is flowing at 526 cfs near Commonwealth, WI — 98% of normal for the date and up 1% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 208 to 526 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Brule 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 Commonwealth, the Brule River is running 526 cfs — 98% of normal, up 1% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 87% of normal).
How the Brule 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
- US Highway 2 Near Florence1,241 ft 208 cfs76%
- Commonwealth1,200 ft 526 cfs98%
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 Brule River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (87%).
Brule River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brule River At US Highway 2 Near Florence MI
Oct 22, 1:30 AM · USGS 04060993 |
208 cfs | 76% | -1% | 3.54 ft | 5.5 ft below | 1,241 ft |
|
Brule River Near Commonwealth WI
Oct 22, 1:30 AM · USGS 04062011 |
526 cfs | 98% | +1% | 7.06 ft | 4.9 ft below | 1,200 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.
Paddle runs on the Brule River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brule Lake In Ne1/4 Sec 15, T41N, R13E To Forest Boundary In Se1/4 Sec 31, T41N, R17E Gauge: US Highway 2 Near Florence |
No live range | 208 cfs | 47–640 cfs typical | · |
| Bwcaw Boundary To Forest Boundary In T62N, R2E | No live range | · | 5,999–21,098 cfs typical | II–III |
| Forest Boundary To Lake Superior In T62N, R3E | No live range | · | 628–1,239 cfs typical | II–III |
| Horshoe Lake In T64N, R1W To Bwcaw Boundary | No live range | · | 884–6,435 cfs typical | I–II |
Dams & reservoirs on the Brule River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Brule River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Brule River
The Brule River is a 44-mile-long river located in northern Wisconsin and northeastern Minnesota. The river has a rich history, having been used for transportation and trade by Native American tribes and early European explorers. The river's hydrology is diverse, ranging from calm, slow-moving stretches to Class III and IV rapids. The river is home to two significant reservoirs, the St. Louis River Reservoir and the Lake Superior Reservoir, both of which are used for hydroelectric power generation. Recreationally, the Brule River is a popular spot for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The river is also an important source of water for agriculture, providing irrigation for crops in the surrounding areas. Overall, the Brule River is a vital natural resource for both the environment and the communities that depend on it.
Fishing near the Brule River
About the Brule River
How is the Brule River flowing right now?
As of October 22, 2026, the Brule River is flowing at 526 cfs near Commonwealth, WI, about 98% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 208 to 526 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Brule River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Brule River is at 87% 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 Brule River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for US Highway 2 Near Florence (9.0 ft), Commonwealth (12.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Brule River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
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.