Fish River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 5:45 AM, the Fish River is flowing at 63 cfs near Fort Kent, ME — 21% of normal for the date and down 5% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 55 to 63 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Fish 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 Fort Kent, the Fish River is running 63 cfs — 21% of normal, down 5% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 55% of normal).
How the Fish 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
- Fort Kent520 ft 63 cfs21%
- Silver Hill Al27 ft 55 cfs88%
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 Fish River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (55%).
Fish River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Fish River Near Fort Kent ME
Oct 3, 5:45 AM · USGS 01013500 |
63 cfs | 21% | -5% | 2.81 ft | 8.2 ft below | 520 ft |
|
Fish River Near Silver Hill Al AL
Oct 3, 2:30 AM · USGS 02378500 |
55 cfs | 88% | +9% | 0.69 ft | 10.3 ft below | 27 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.
Fish River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Fish River
The Fish River is a 230-mile-long tributary of the Alabama River that flows through southern Alabama. The river was named after the abundant fish populations found in its waters. The Fish River has played a significant role in the history of the region, with Native American tribes using it for transportation and fishing. Today, it is used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Several reservoirs and dams are located along the river, including the Fish River Reservoir and the Point A Dam. These reservoirs provide drinking water and irrigation for local communities and agricultural land. Despite its importance, the Fish River has faced challenges such as pollution and habitat destruction, leading to conservation efforts in recent years.
About the Fish River
How is the Fish River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Fish River is flowing at 63 cfs near Fort Kent, ME, about 21% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 55 to 63 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Fish River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Fish River is at 55% 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 Fish River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Fort Kent (11.0 ft), Silver Hill Al (11.0 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.