Frio River Flow Today
As of November 13, 2026 at 1:45 AM, the Frio River is flowing at 223 cfs at Concan, TX and down 20% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 0 to 223 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Frio 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 Concan, the Frio River is running 223 cfs, down 20% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 0% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Concan (-20%).
How the Frio 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
- Concan1,235 ft 223 cfs
- Uvalde888 ft 0 cfs0%
- Derby472 ft 0 cfs0%
- Tilden237 ft 0 cfs0%
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 Frio River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (0%).
Frio River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Frio River At Concan TX
Nov 13, 1:45 AM · USGS 08195000 |
223 cfs | · | -20% | 4.17 ft | 6.8 ft below | 1,235 ft |
|
Frio River Below Dry Frio River Near Uvalde TX
Nov 13, 1:30 AM · USGS 08197500 |
0 cfs | 0% | · | 0.94 ft | 11.1 ft below | 888 ft |
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Frio River Near Derby TX
Nov 13, 1:30 AM · USGS 08205500 |
0 cfs | 0% | · | -0.82 ft | 6.8 ft below | 472 ft |
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Frio River At Tilden TX
Nov 13, 1:15 AM · USGS 08206600 |
0 cfs | 0% | · | 1.05 ft | 21.0 ft below | 237 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 Frio River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Frio River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated 2026-08-31; the live gauge readings above are current).
Maximum streamflow by year
Frio River
The Frio River is a popular Texas river that stretches for 200 miles from its source in northern Uvalde County to its confluence with the Nueces River. The river is a tributary of the Nueces River and is known for its crystal-clear waters, limestone cliffs, and numerous swimming holes. The Frio River has a rich history and was used by Native Americans and early settlers for fishing and transportation. Today, it is primarily used for recreation, including swimming, tubing, and kayaking. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Frio Canyon Dam, which was built in 1948 to provide irrigation for surrounding farmland. The river is also popular for fishing, with species including bass, catfish, and sunfish. Overall, the Frio River is an important and beloved natural resource in Texas, enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
Fishing near the Frio River
About the Frio River
How is the Frio River flowing right now?
As of November 13, 2026, the Frio River is flowing at 223 cfs at Concan, TX. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 0 to 223 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Frio River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Frio River is at 0% 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 Frio River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Concan (11.0 ft), Uvalde (12.0 ft), Derby (6.0 ft), Tilden (22.0 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.