Hoosic River Flow Today
As of October 5, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the Hoosic River is flowing at 319 cfs near Eagle Bridge Ny, NY — 114% of normal for the date and down 8% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 49 to 319 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Hoosic 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 Eagle Bridge Ny, the Hoosic River is running 319 cfs — 114% of normal, down 8% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 114% of normal).
Highest against normal: Adams at 127%. Lowest: Williamstown at 88%.
How the Hoosic 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
- Adams831 ft 49 cfs127%
- Williamstown618 ft 88 cfs88%
- Eagle Bridge Ny354 ft 319 cfs114%
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 Hoosic River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (114%).
Hoosic River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Hoosic River At Adams MA
Oct 5, 4:00 AM · USGS 01331500 |
49 cfs | 127% | 0% | 5.82 ft | · | 831 ft |
|
Hoosic River Near Williamstown MA
Oct 5, 4:00 AM · USGS 01332500 |
88 cfs | 88% | -4% | 5.39 ft | 3.6 ft below | 618 ft |
|
Hoosic River Near Eagle Bridge Ny NY
Oct 5, 2:30 AM · USGS 01334500 |
319 cfs | 114% | -8% | 2.96 ft | 8.0 ft below | 354 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 Hoosic River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Hoosic River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Hoosic River
The Hoosic River is a 76-mile-long river that flows through Massachusetts and New York. The river has a rich history, serving as a source of power for mills and factories during the Industrial Revolution. Today, the river is utilized for hydroelectric power generation, with several dams and reservoirs located along its course, including the Cheshire Reservoir, the Harriman and West Airport Reservoir, and the Pontoosuc Lake. The Hoosic River also provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, kayaking, and boating. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including trout, bass, and pickerel. Additionally, the Hoosic River is used for agricultural purposes, with farms located along its banks producing crops such as corn, hay, and vegetables.
About the Hoosic River
How is the Hoosic River flowing right now?
As of October 5, 2026, the Hoosic River is flowing at 319 cfs near Eagle Bridge Ny, NY, about 114% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 49 to 319 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Hoosic River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Hoosic River is at 114% 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 Hoosic River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Williamstown (9.0 ft), Eagle Bridge Ny (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.