Elkhart River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Elkhart River is flowing at 149 cfs at Goshen, IN — 102% of normal for the date and up 51% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Elkhart 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 Goshen, the Elkhart River is running 149 cfs — 102% of normal, up 51% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 102% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Goshen (+51%).
How the Elkhart 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
- Goshen773 ft 149 cfs102%
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 Elkhart River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (102%).
Elkhart River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Elkhart River At Goshen IN
Oct 2, 3:45 AM · USGS 04100500 |
149 cfs | 102% | +51% | 3.05 ft | 4.0 ft below | 773 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 Elkhart River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Elkhart 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).
Elkhart River
The Elkhart River is a 55-mile long river that runs through northern Indiana. It originates in Noble County and flows southward, eventually joining the St. Joseph River in Elkhart. The river has a rich history, having played a significant role in the development of the region during the 19th century. The river's hydrology has been impacted by various reservoirs and dams, including the 65-acre upper and lower reservoirs in Goshen, which were created in the late 1800s to provide power to local industries. Today, the river is a popular spot for recreational activities, including fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. In addition, the Elkhart River is utilized for agricultural purposes, with many farms located in the surrounding area.
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About the Elkhart River
How is the Elkhart River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Elkhart River is flowing at 149 cfs at Goshen, IN, about 102% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Elkhart River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Elkhart River is at 102% 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 Elkhart River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Goshen (7.0 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.