Canoochee River Flow Today
As of October 10, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Canoochee River is flowing at 162 cfs near Claxton, GA — 491% of normal for the date and up 1% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Canoochee 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 Claxton, the Canoochee River is running 162 cfs — 491% of normal, up 1% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 491% of normal).
How the Canoochee 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
- Claxton125 ft 162 cfs491%
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 Canoochee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (491%).
Canoochee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Canoochee River Near Claxton GA
Oct 10, 3:15 AM · USGS 02203000 |
162 cfs | 491% | +1% | 2.35 ft | 8.7 ft below | 125 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 Canoochee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The I-95 Bridge Crossing To The Mouth Of The River | No live range | · | 20,051–53,035 cfs typical | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Canoochee River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Canoochee 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).
Canoochee River
Canoochee River is located in southeastern Georgia and flows for approximately 108 miles before joining the Ogeechee River. It is best known for its historical significance as it was the site of the Battle of Brier Creek during the American Revolutionary War. The river is also popular for recreational activities such as fishing, camping, and kayaking. The hydrology of the river is influenced by several tributaries, including the Little Canoochee Creek, Reedy Creek, and Rocky Comfort Creek. There are no major reservoirs or dams on the river, which makes it ideal for fishing. However, agricultural activities such as timber production and agriculture have impacted water quality and aquatic habitats. Despite these challenges, Canoochee River remains an important ecological and cultural resource in the region.
Fishing near the Canoochee River
About the Canoochee River
How is the Canoochee River flowing right now?
As of October 10, 2026, the Canoochee River is flowing at 162 cfs near Claxton, GA, about 491% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Canoochee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Canoochee River is at 491% 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 Canoochee River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Claxton (11.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Canoochee 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.