Herring River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Herring River is flowing at 1.5 cfs at North Harwich, MA — 47% of normal for the date and down 3% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Herring 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 North Harwich, the Herring River is running 1.5 cfs — 47% of normal, down 3% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 47% of normal).
How the Herring 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
- North Harwich21 ft 1.5 cfs47%
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 Herring River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (47%).
Herring River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Herring River At North Harwich MA
Oct 2, 3:45 AM · USGS 01105880 |
1.5 cfs | 47% | -3% | 1.81 ft | 21 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.
Herring 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).
Herring River
The Herring River, located in Massachusetts, is a 25-mile long river that flows into Wellfleet Bay. Historically, the river played a significant role in the Wampanoag Indian culture and later in the development of the fishing industry. The river has several reservoirs and dams, including the Chequessett Neck Road Dam and the Old King's Highway Dam. The dams were constructed in the early 1900s for agricultural purposes and to provide a reliable water source for cranberry farming. The river's hydrology has been altered due to the dams, causing sediment build-up and decreased water flow. Currently, efforts are underway to restore the river's natural flow and improve habitat for fish and wildlife. The Herring River provides opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing and kayaking, and it continues to be an important resource for local agriculture.
Fishing near the Herring River
About the Herring River
How is the Herring River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Herring River is flowing at 1.5 cfs at North Harwich, MA, about 47% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Herring River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Herring River is at 47% 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.