Concho River Flow Today
As of November 6, 2026 at 1:00 AM, the Concho River is flowing at 66 cfs at Paint Rock, TX — 300% of normal for the date and down 27% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 6.2 to 66 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Concho 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 Paint Rock, the Concho River is running 66 cfs — 300% of normal, down 27% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 190% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at San Angelo (-32%) and Paint Rock (-27%).
How the Concho 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
- San Angelo1,800 ft 6.2 cfs80%
- Paint Rock1,592 ft 66 cfs300%
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 Concho River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (190%).
Concho River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Concho River At San Angelo TX
Nov 6, 1:55 AM · USGS 08136000 |
6.2 cfs | 80% | -32% | 1.54 ft | 24.5 ft below | 1,800 ft |
|
Concho River At Paint Rock TX
Nov 6, 1:00 AM · USGS 08136500 |
66 cfs | 300% | -27% | 12.86 ft | 13.1 ft below | 1,592 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 Concho River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Concho River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Concho River
The Concho River is a 76-mile-long river located in west-central Texas. The river's name comes from the numerous shells, or conch, found along its banks. The river has a rich history dating back to the 1700s, with the first European exploration in the area conducted by Spanish explorers. The Concho River is a tributary of the Colorado River and is fed by numerous springs and creeks. The river is home to two major reservoirs: the O.H. Ivie Reservoir and the Twin Buttes Reservoir. These reservoirs provide water for irrigation and municipal use in the surrounding areas. The Concho River also has significant recreational use, with activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming popular among visitors. Additionally, the river and surrounding area support various agricultural activities, including livestock grazing and crop production.
Fishing near the Concho River
About the Concho River
How is the Concho River flowing right now?
As of November 6, 2026, the Concho River is flowing at 66 cfs at Paint Rock, TX, about 300% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 6.2 to 66 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Concho River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Concho River is at 190% 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 Concho River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for San Angelo (26.0 ft), Paint Rock (26.0 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.