English River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the English River is flowing at 6,860 cfs at Kalona, IA and up 413% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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English 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 Kalona, the English River is running 6,860 cfs, up 413% since yesterday.
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Kalona (+413%).
Flood watch: Kalona is at moderate flood stage (17.39 ft). Check NWS before heading out.
High water on the English River
English River At Kalona is at 17.39 ft — moderate flood stage (flood stage 14.0 ft).
How the English 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
- Kalona655 ft 6,860 cfs
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.
English River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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English River At Kalona IA
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 05455500 |
6,860 cfs | · | +413% | 17.39 ft | Moderate flood | 655 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 English River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
English 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).
English River
The English River is a significant tributary of the Iowa River, and it flows through the central part of Iowa. It is about 194 miles long and has a drainage area of approximately 4,300 square miles. The river's name is derived from the English settlers who first colonized the area. The river's hydrology has been significantly altered by human activity, including the construction of numerous dams and reservoirs. The Coralville Reservoir and Lake Red Rock are two of the largest reservoirs along the river. The Coralville Reservoir serves as a flood control measure and also provides recreational opportunities such as boating and fishing. The Lake Red Rock is a popular site for camping, hiking, and hunting. The river also supports agricultural activities, including crop irrigation and livestock watering.
About the English River
How is the English River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the English River is flowing at 6,860 cfs at Kalona, IA. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the English River running high or low?
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 English River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Kalona (14.0 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.