Clearwater River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 12:30 AM, the Clearwater River is flowing at 3,230 cfs near Peck Id, ID — 101% of normal for the date. 7 of 7 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 50 to 3,230 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Clearwater 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 Peck Id, the Clearwater River is running 3,230 cfs — 101% of normal. Along the river, 5 of 5 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 100% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Red Lake Falls (-18%).
How the Clearwater 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
- T Falls3,909 ft 50 cfs100%
- Mowich Creek3,207 ft 50 cfs100%
- Plummer1,105 ft 442 cfs
- Orofino Id997 ft 1,280 cfs93%
- Red Lake Falls955 ft 890 cfs
- Peck Id943 ft 3,230 cfs101%
- Spalding Id776 ft 3,150 cfs99%
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 Clearwater River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (100%).
Clearwater River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Clearwater River Above Trap Creek Near T Falls OR
Oct 2, 12:45 AM · USGS 14314500 |
50 cfs | 100% | 0% | 3.35 ft | · | 3,909 ft |
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Clearwater River Below Mowich Creek OR
Oct 2, 12:30 AM · USGS 14314700 |
50 cfs | 100% | 0% | 4.82 ft | · | 3,207 ft |
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Clearwater River At Plummer MN
Oct 2, 5:15 AM · USGS 05078000 |
442 cfs | · | -8% | 4.73 ft | · | 1,105 ft |
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Clearwater River At Orofino Id ID
Oct 2, 12:15 AM · USGS 13340000 |
1,280 cfs | 93% | -2% | 2.46 ft | 14.5 ft below | 997 ft |
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Clearwater River At Red Lake Falls MN
Oct 2, 5:00 AM · USGS 05078500 |
890 cfs | · | -18% | 7.44 ft | · | 955 ft |
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Clearwater River Near Peck Id ID
Oct 2, 12:30 AM · USGS 13341050 |
3,230 cfs | 101% | +0% | 3.76 ft | · | 943 ft |
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Clearwater River At Spalding Id ID
Oct 2, 1:00 AM · USGS 13342500 |
3,150 cfs | 99% | 0% | 3.25 ft | 14.8 ft below | 776 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 Clearwater 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headwaters, Sec. 17, T19N, R15W To Seeley Lake, Sec. 20, T17N, R15W | No live range | · | 9–58 cfs typical | II–III |
| The Confluence Of The Clearwater River To The Northwestern Corporate Boundary Of Anoka | No live range | · | 3,500–50,000 cfs | II–III |
Dams & reservoirs on the Clearwater River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Clearwater River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Clearwater River
The Clearwater River is a major tributary of the Snake River, spanning approximately 74 miles in length. It begins in the Bitterroot Mountains of western Montana and flows through Idaho before joining the Snake River. The river played a significant role in the region's history, as it was used by the Nez Perce tribe for fishing and transportation. Today, the river is used for agricultural purposes, including irrigation and hydroelectric power, with several dams and reservoirs along its length. The most notable of these is the Dworshak Dam, which is the third tallest dam in the United States. The river is also a popular recreational destination, offering fishing, kayaking, and white-water rafting opportunities. The Clearwater National Forest is located along the river and provides ample opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing.
Fishing near the Clearwater River
About the Clearwater River
How is the Clearwater River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Clearwater River is flowing at 3,230 cfs near Peck Id, ID, about 101% of normal for the date. Across its 7 USGS gauges, current flows range from 50 to 3,230 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Clearwater River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Clearwater River is at 100% 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 Clearwater River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Orofino Id (17.0 ft), Spalding Id (18.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Clearwater 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.