Conestoga River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the Conestoga River is flowing at 473 cfs at Conestoga, PA — 154% of normal for the date and down 4% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 322 to 473 cfs. ❤ Favorite
Conestoga River map
See the Conestoga River on a live map
Every gauge, dam and paddle run on the river, one tap each:
- Gauges now — which reaches are high or low
- Dams & paddle runs — storage and what’s in range
- Rain — past 24 hrs and the 72-hr forecast, press play
✓ Free for 7 days · ✓ Cancel anytime
Conestoga 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 Conestoga, the Conestoga River is running 473 cfs — 154% of normal, down 4% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 170% of normal).
How the Conestoga 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
- Lancaster255 ft 322 cfs186%
- Conestoga180 ft 473 cfs154%
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 Conestoga River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (170%).
Conestoga River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Conestoga River At Lancaster PA
Oct 3, 3:15 AM · USGS 01576500 |
322 cfs | 186% | -2% | 3.78 ft | 7.2 ft below | 255 ft |
|
Conestoga River At Conestoga PA
Oct 3, 3:30 AM · USGS 01576754 |
473 cfs | 154% | -4% | 1.98 ft | · | 180 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 Conestoga River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Conestoga River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Conestoga River
The Conestoga River is a 61-mile-long river located in southeastern Pennsylvania. It was historically used by the Native American tribes who lived in the area for fishing and transportation. The river is fed by several smaller tributaries and is home to several dams and reservoirs, including the Safe Harbor Dam, which was built in 1931 to generate hydroelectric power. The river is also used for agricultural irrigation and recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Despite its historical significance, the Conestoga River has faced environmental challenges in recent years, including pollution from agricultural runoff and industrial waste. However, efforts are underway to mitigate these issues and preserve the health of the river for future generations.
Fishing near the Conestoga River
About the Conestoga River
How is the Conestoga River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Conestoga River is flowing at 473 cfs at Conestoga, PA, about 154% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 322 to 473 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Conestoga River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Conestoga River is at 170% 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 Conestoga River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Lancaster (11.0 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.