Chelan River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 12:45 AM, the Chelan River is flowing at 83 cfs at Chelan, WA — 106% of normal for the date and up 3% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Chelan 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 Chelan, the Chelan River is running 83 cfs — 106% of normal, up 3% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 106% of normal).
How the Chelan 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
- Chelan709 ft 83 cfs106%
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 Chelan River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (106%).
Chelan River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Chelan River At Chelan WA
Oct 2, 12:45 AM · USGS 12452500 |
83 cfs | 106% | +3% | 7.15 ft | 709 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 Chelan River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Chelan 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).
Chelan River
The Chelan River is a 24-mile-long river located in central Washington State. The river originates from Lake Chelan and flows into the Columbia River. The Chelan River has a rich history, as it was used by Native American tribes for fishing and transportation. Today, the river is used for hydroelectric power generation and irrigation. There are several dams and reservoirs along the river, including the Lake Chelan Dam and the Rocky Reach Dam. These dams help regulate water levels and generate electricity for the area. The Chelan River is also a popular recreational destination, with activities such as fishing, hiking, and whitewater rafting. The river is utilized for agricultural purposes as well, with several orchards and vineyards located along its banks.
About the Chelan River
How is the Chelan River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Chelan River is flowing at 83 cfs at Chelan, WA, about 106% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Chelan River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Chelan River is at 106% 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.