Choctawhatchee River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Choctawhatchee River is flowing at 6,670 cfs near Bruce, FL — 240% of normal for the date and down 21% in 24 hours. 5 of 5 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 202 to 6,670 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Choctawhatchee 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 Bruce, the Choctawhatchee River is running 6,670 cfs — 240% of normal, down 21% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 5 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 149% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Bruce (-21%).
Highest against normal: Bruce at 240%. Lowest: Newton at 74%.
How the Choctawhatchee 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
- Newton176 ft 202 cfs74%
- Bellwood Al115 ft 585 cfs90%
- Pittman63 ft 2,140 cfs149%
- Caryville41 ft 2,640 cfs153%
- Bruce6 ft 6,670 cfs240%
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 Choctawhatchee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (149%).
Choctawhatchee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Choctawhatchee River Near Newton AL
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 02361000 |
202 cfs | 74% | -4% | 3.78 ft | 15.2 ft below | 176 ft |
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Choctawhatchee River Near Bellwood Al AL
Oct 23, 2:45 AM · USGS 02361500 |
585 cfs | 90% | -5% | 5.24 ft | · | 115 ft |
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Choctawhatchee River Near Pittman FL
Oct 23, 2:00 AM · USGS 02365200 |
2,140 cfs | 149% | -7% | 8.58 ft | 14.4 ft below | 63 ft |
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Choctawhatchee River At Caryville FL
Oct 23, 2:00 AM · USGS 02365500 |
2,640 cfs | 153% | -8% | 4.26 ft | 9.7 ft below | 41 ft |
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Choctawhatchee River Near Bruce FL
Oct 23, 2:45 AM · USGS 02366500 |
6,670 cfs | 240% | -21% | 9.50 ft | 4.5 ft below | 6 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 Choctawhatchee River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Choctawhatchee River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Choctawhatchee River
The Choctawhatchee River is a river that flows through Alabama and Florida, running for approximately 141 miles from its source in Alabama to its outlet at Choctawhatchee Bay in Florida. Originally inhabited by the Choctaw people, the river played a significant role in transportation and trade during the early 19th century. The river is also known for its recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. Several reservoirs and dams have been constructed along the river, including the Geneva Dam, which created the Geneva Lake Reservoir, and the Woodruff Dam, which created the Woodruff Lake Reservoir. These reservoirs serve as sources of hydroelectric power and provide irrigation for agricultural purposes. Overall, the Choctawhatchee River is an important waterway for the region, with a rich history and significant economic and recreational value.
Fishing near the Choctawhatchee River
About the Choctawhatchee River
How is the Choctawhatchee River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Choctawhatchee River is flowing at 6,670 cfs near Bruce, FL, about 240% of normal for the date. Across its 5 USGS gauges, current flows range from 202 to 6,670 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Choctawhatchee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Choctawhatchee River is at 149% 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 Choctawhatchee River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Newton (19.0 ft), Pittman (23.0 ft), Caryville (14.0 ft), Bruce (14.0 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.