Huron River Flow Today
As of October 15, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Huron River is flowing at 255 cfs at Ann Arbor, MI — 76% of normal for the date and up 4% in 24 hours. 3 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 51 to 255 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Huron 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 Ann Arbor, the Huron River is running 255 cfs — 76% of normal, up 4% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 80% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Milan Oh (+78%).
Highest against normal: Milan Oh at 129%. Lowest: Ann Arbor at 76%.
How the Huron 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
- Hamburg852 ft 127 cfs80%
- Ann Arbor758 ft 255 cfs76%
- Milan Oh582 ft 51 cfs129%
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 Huron River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (80%).
Huron River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Huron River At Milford MI
Last reported Dec 3 · USGS 04170000 |
73 cfs | · | · | 5.22 ft | · | 883 ft |
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Huron River Near Hamburg MI
Oct 15, 2:00 AM · USGS 04172000 |
127 cfs | 80% | -7% | 4.34 ft | 2.2 ft below | 852 ft |
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Huron River At Ann Arbor MI
Oct 15, 2:45 AM · USGS 04174500 |
255 cfs | 76% | +4% | 12.21 ft | 3.8 ft below | 758 ft |
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Huron River At Milan Oh OH
Oct 15, 3:30 AM · USGS 04199000 |
51 cfs | 129% | +78% | 6.06 ft | 11.9 ft below | 582 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 Huron River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Huron River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Huron River
The Huron River is a 130-mile-long river in southeastern Michigan. It was named after the Huron tribe who once inhabited the area. The river flows through several cities, including Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Flat Rock. The Huron River's hydrology is primarily influenced by rainfall and snowmelt, with its flow regulated by three dams: Barton, Argo, and Geddes. The river serves as a source of drinking water for several communities and provides recreational opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming. The Huron River also supports agriculture, with several farms located along its banks, producing crops such as soybeans, corn, and wheat. The river has a rich history, with Native Americans using it as a transportation and trading route and later serving as a source of power for mills and factories.
Fishing near the Huron River
About the Huron River
How is the Huron River flowing right now?
As of October 15, 2026, the Huron River is flowing at 255 cfs at Ann Arbor, MI, about 76% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 51 to 255 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Huron River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Huron River is at 80% 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 Huron River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Hamburg (6.5 ft), Ann Arbor (16.0 ft), Milan Oh (18.0 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.