Goose River Flow Today
As of October 15, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the Goose River is flowing at 12 cfs at Hillsboro, ND — 37% of normal for the date. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 0.1 to 12 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Goose 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 Hillsboro, the Goose River is running 12 cfs — 37% of normal. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 19% of normal).
How the Goose 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
- Portland987 ft 0.1 cfs2%
- Hillsboro887 ft 12 cfs37%
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 Goose River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (19%).
Goose River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Goose River Near Portland ND
Oct 15, 2:45 AM · USGS 05065500 |
0.1 cfs | 2% | -17% | 9.24 ft | · | 987 ft |
|
Goose River At Hillsboro ND
Oct 15, 2:15 AM · USGS 05066500 |
12 cfs | 37% | 0% | 1.76 ft | 8.2 ft below | 887 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 Goose River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Goose River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Goose River
The Goose River is a 75-mile-long tributary that flows into the Red River in North Dakota. The river has a long history, with Native American tribes using it for transportation and fishing. Today, the Goose River is an important source of water for agriculture and communities along its banks. The river is fed by a number of smaller streams and has several reservoirs and dams, including the Baldhill Dam and the Goose River Reservoir. These structures help regulate the river's flow and provide recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The Goose River is also home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, and channel catfish. The river is an important resource for the region and is managed by local and state agencies to ensure its sustainability.
About the Goose River
How is the Goose River flowing right now?
As of October 15, 2026, the Goose River is flowing at 12 cfs at Hillsboro, ND, about 37% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 0.1 to 12 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Goose River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Goose River is at 19% 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 Goose River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Hillsboro (10.0 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.