Dismal River Flow Today
As of October 13, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Dismal River is flowing at 257 cfs near Thedford, NE — 110% of normal for the date. ❤ Favorite
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Dismal 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 Thedford, the Dismal River is running 257 cfs — 110% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 110% of normal).
How the Dismal 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
- Thedford2,810 ft 257 cfs110%
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 Dismal River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (110%).
Dismal River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dismal River Near Thedford NE
Oct 13, 2:45 AM · USGS 06775900 |
257 cfs | 110% | -1% | 1.53 ft | 2,810 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.
Dismal 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).
Dismal River
The Dismal River is a 70-mile river in Nebraska, USA. It is a tributary of the Middle Loup River and is known for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities. The river flows through the Sandhills region and has a long history of human habitation, dating back to prehistoric times. It was an important source of water and food for Native American tribes and later for settlers who established ranches and farms along its banks. The river is fed by several small creeks and springs, and its flow is influenced by irrigation withdrawals and precipitation. There are several reservoirs along the river, including the Switzer Reservoir and the Merritt Reservoir, which provide water for irrigation and recreation. The Dismal River is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, and camping, and it supports a variety of wildlife, including fish, birds, and mammals.
Fishing near the Dismal River
About the Dismal River
How is the Dismal River flowing right now?
As of October 13, 2026, the Dismal River is flowing at 257 cfs near Thedford, NE, about 110% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Dismal River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Dismal River is at 110% 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.
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.