Concord River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the Concord River is flowing at 587 cfs below River Meadow Brook, MA — 707% of normal for the date and down 1% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Concord 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 River Meadow Brook, the Concord River is running 587 cfs — 707% of normal, down 1% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 707% of normal).
How the Concord 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
- River Meadow Brook67 ft 587 cfs707%
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 Concord River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (707%).
Concord River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Concord River Below River Meadow Brook MA
Oct 2, 3:30 AM · USGS 01099500 |
587 cfs | 707% | -1% | 5.29 ft | 2.7 ft below | 67 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 Concord River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Concord 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).
Concord River
The Concord River is a 16-mile-long river located in eastern Massachusetts, USA. The river has played an important role in the history of the area, serving as a source of power for mills in the 18th and 19th centuries. The river's hydrology has been altered by the construction of several reservoirs and dams, including the Lowell and Billerica dams. These structures have helped to regulate the river's flow and provide hydroelectric power. Today, the Concord River is used for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. It is also used for agricultural purposes, with many farms located along its banks. Despite its urban surroundings, the Concord River remains an important natural resource and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Fishing near the Concord River
About the Concord River
How is the Concord River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Concord River is flowing at 587 cfs below River Meadow Brook, MA, about 707% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Concord River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Concord River is at 707% 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 Concord River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for River Meadow Brook (8.0 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.