Embarras River Flow Today
As of October 22, 2026 at 12:45 AM, the Embarras River is flowing at 69 cfs at Lawrenceville, IL — 54% of normal for the date. 2 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 52 to 69 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Embarras 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 Lawrenceville, the Embarras River is running 69 cfs — 54% of normal. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 68% of normal).
How the Embarras 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
- Ste Marie499 ft 52 cfs82%
- Lawrenceville424 ft 69 cfs54%
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 Embarras River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (68%).
Embarras River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Embarras River Near Camargo IL
Last reported Oct 14 · USGS 03343400 |
20 cfs | · | · | 3.22 ft | · | 644 ft |
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Embarras River At Ste Marie IL
Oct 22, 1:45 AM · USGS 03345500 |
52 cfs | 82% | -4% | 0.82 ft | 18.2 ft below | 499 ft |
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Embarras River At Lawrenceville IL
Oct 22, 12:45 AM · USGS 03346500 |
69 cfs | 54% | 0% | 16.67 ft | 13.3 ft below | 424 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 Embarras River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Embarras River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Embarras River
The Embarras River is a 195-mile-long tributary of the Wabash River in Illinois. It flows through a rural area and has played an important role in the history of the region, serving as a means of transportation and a source of water for agriculture. The river is fed by numerous small streams and has a relatively gentle gradient, making it ideal for recreational activities such as canoeing and fishing. Several small dams and reservoirs have been constructed on the river to regulate its flow, control flooding, and provide water for irrigation. The largest of these is Lake Shelbyville, which was built in the 1970s and covers over 11,000 acres. The reservoir has become a popular destination for boating, fishing, and camping, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
About the Embarras River
How is the Embarras River flowing right now?
As of October 22, 2026, the Embarras River is flowing at 69 cfs at Lawrenceville, IL, about 54% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 52 to 69 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Embarras River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Embarras River is at 68% 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 Embarras River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Ste Marie (19.0 ft), Lawrenceville (30.0 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.