Chenango River Flow Today
As of November 15, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Chenango River is flowing at 3,060 cfs near Chenango Forks Ny, NY — 174% of normal for the date and down 7% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 244 to 3,060 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Chenango 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 Chenango Forks Ny, the Chenango River is running 3,060 cfs — 174% of normal, down 7% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 135% of normal).
Highest against normal: Chenango Forks Ny at 174%. Lowest: Sherburne Ny at 78%.
How the Chenango 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
- Sherburne Ny1,039 ft 244 cfs78%
- Greene Ny890 ft 881 cfs135%
- Chenango Forks Ny870 ft 3,060 cfs174%
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 Chenango River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (135%).
Chenango River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Chenango River At Sherburne Ny NY
Nov 15, 2:30 AM · USGS 01505000 |
244 cfs | 78% | · | 2.35 ft | 6.2 ft below | 1,039 ft |
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Chenango River At Greene Ny NY
Nov 15, 2:00 AM · USGS 01507000 |
881 cfs | 135% | +8% | 3.99 ft | 9.0 ft below | 890 ft |
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Chenango River Near Chenango Forks Ny NY
Nov 15, 2:00 AM · USGS 01512500 |
3,060 cfs | 174% | -7% | 4.61 ft | 5.4 ft below | 870 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 Chenango River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Chenango River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Chenango River
The Chenango River is a 90-mile-long river that flows through central New York, draining into the Susquehanna River. Its name is derived from the Oneida word "Chenangoh," meaning "beautiful river." The river played a significant role in the region's early history, serving as a transportation route for early settlers and later as a source of power for mills and factories. Today, the river is primarily used for recreational purposes, with popular activities including fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Several reservoirs and dams are located along the river, including the Earlville Dam, the Chenango Canal Dam, and the Whitney Point Dam. These structures provide hydroelectric power and regulate water flow for flood control. The Chenango River also supports a variety of agricultural activities, including dairy and crop farming.
Fishing near the Chenango River
About the Chenango River
How is the Chenango River flowing right now?
As of November 15, 2026, the Chenango River is flowing at 3,060 cfs near Chenango Forks Ny, NY, about 174% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 244 to 3,060 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Chenango River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Chenango River is at 135% 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 Chenango River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Sherburne Ny (8.5 ft), Greene Ny (13.0 ft), Chenango Forks Ny (10.0 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.