Grant River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Grant River is flowing at 406 cfs at Burton, WI — 248% of normal for the date and down 59% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Grant 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 Burton, the Grant River is running 406 cfs — 248% of normal, down 59% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 248% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Burton (-59%).
How the Grant 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
- Burton622 ft 406 cfs248%
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 Grant River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (248%).
Grant River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Grant River At Burton WI
Oct 3, 2:00 AM · USGS 05413500 |
406 cfs | 248% | -59% | 7.03 ft | 622 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.
Grant 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).
Grant River
The Grant River is a 46-mile-long tributary of the Mississippi River located in southwestern Wisconsin. It was named after President Ulysses S. Grant who lived in nearby Galena, Illinois. The river is fed by several small streams and flows through rugged terrain, creating scenic bluffs and valleys. The hydrology of the river is influenced by the surrounding karst topography, resulting in cool and clear water that supports a diverse fish population. There are several small reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Potosi/Wisconsin River Reservoir and the Grant River Dam. These structures provide flood control, water storage, and hydroelectric power. The river also supports agricultural activities, including crop irrigation and livestock watering. Recreational opportunities include fishing, boating, and hiking along the river's scenic bluffs.
About the Grant River
How is the Grant River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Grant River is flowing at 406 cfs at Burton, WI, about 248% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Grant River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Grant River is at 248% 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.
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.