Ellis River Flow Today
As of October 14, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the Ellis River is flowing at 112 cfs at South Andover, ME — 140% of normal for the date and up 480% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Ellis 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 South Andover, the Ellis River is running 112 cfs — 140% of normal, up 480% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 140% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at South Andover (+480%).
How the Ellis 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
- South Andover684 ft 112 cfs140%
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 Ellis River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (140%).
Ellis River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ellis River At South Andover ME
Oct 14, 3:30 AM · USGS 01054300 |
112 cfs | 140% | +480% | 5.50 ft | 684 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 Ellis River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Ellis 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).
Ellis River
The Ellis River, located in New Hampshire, runs for approximately 25 miles through the White Mountains. The river has a rich history, having been used for logging in the 1800s and serving as a major transportation route for timber. The river's flow is largely dependent on snowmelt and rainfall, and in the past, it has experienced severe flooding. Today, the river is home to multiple dams and reservoirs, including the Silver Lake Reservoir and the Jackson Reservoir. These reservoirs serve as sources of hydroelectric power, and they also provide a valuable water source for the surrounding communities. The river is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, and activities such as swimming, fishing, and kayaking are common. Agricultural uses of the river's water include irrigation for crops and pastureland.
About the Ellis River
How is the Ellis River flowing right now?
As of October 14, 2026, the Ellis River is flowing at 112 cfs at South Andover, ME, about 140% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Ellis River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Ellis River is at 140% 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.