Escambia River Flow Today
As of October 5, 2026 at 4:30 AM, the Escambia River is flowing at 1,680 cfs near Molino, FL — 86% of normal for the date and up 33% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 845 to 1,680 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Escambia 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 Molino, the Escambia River is running 1,680 cfs — 86% of normal, up 33% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 74% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Molino (+33%) and Century (+13%).
How the Escambia 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
- Century42 ft 845 cfs61%
- Molino5 ft 1,680 cfs86%
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 Escambia River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (74%).
Escambia River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Escambia River Near Century FL
Oct 5, 5:00 AM · USGS 02375500 |
845 cfs | 61% | +13% | 3.45 ft | 13.6 ft below | 42 ft |
|
Escambia River Near Molino FL
Oct 5, 4:30 AM · USGS 02376033 |
1,680 cfs | 86% | +33% | 2.42 ft | · | 5 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 Escambia River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Escambia River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Escambia River
The Escambia River is a 129-mile long river located in Alabama and Florida. The river was named by Spanish explorers, and it has played an important role in the history of the region. The river flows through a diverse range of landscapes, including forests, wetlands, and agricultural areas. It is fed by numerous tributaries, including the Conecuh River and the Blackwater River. The river is used extensively for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming, and it also serves as a source of water for irrigation and other agricultural uses. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Jim Woodruff Dam, which forms Lake Seminole in Georgia and Florida, and the Bayou Marcus Dam, which forms Bayou Marcus Lake in Florida. Overall, the Escambia River is an important natural resource for the region, providing water and recreation opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
Fishing near the Escambia River
About the Escambia River
How is the Escambia River flowing right now?
As of October 5, 2026, the Escambia River is flowing at 1,680 cfs near Molino, FL, about 86% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 845 to 1,680 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Escambia River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Escambia River is at 74% 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 Escambia River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Century (17.0 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.