Juniata River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Juniata River is flowing at 1,720 cfs at Newport, PA — 155% of normal for the date and down 10% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 591 to 1,720 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Juniata 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 Newport, the Juniata River is running 1,720 cfs — 155% of normal, down 10% since yesterday. Along the river, 4 of 4 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 173% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Newport (-10%).
Highest against normal: Lewistown at 208%. Lowest: Newport at 155%.
How the Juniata 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
- Huntingdon602 ft 591 cfs161%
- Mapleton Depot562 ft 1,210 cfs186%
- Lewistown448 ft 1,510 cfs208%
- Newport368 ft 1,720 cfs155%
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 Juniata River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (173%).
Juniata River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Juniata River At Huntingdon PA
Oct 3, 3:00 AM · USGS 01559000 |
591 cfs | 161% | -7% | 1.91 ft | 10.1 ft below | 602 ft |
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Juniata River At Mapleton Depot PA
Oct 3, 3:15 AM · USGS 01563500 |
1,210 cfs | 186% | +6% | 3.39 ft | 16.6 ft below | 562 ft |
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Juniata River At Lewistown PA
Oct 3, 3:30 AM · USGS 01564895 |
1,510 cfs | 208% | +9% | 4.13 ft | 18.9 ft below | 448 ft |
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Juniata River At Newport PA
Oct 3, 3:15 AM · USGS 01567000 |
1,720 cfs | 155% | -10% | 3.99 ft | 18.0 ft below | 368 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 Juniata River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Juniata River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Juniata River
The Juniata River is a 104-mile-long tributary of the Susquehanna River, located in central Pennsylvania. The river has played a significant role in the region's history, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers. The river's hydrology has been altered by several dams, including Raystown Lake, which was created in 1973 by the construction of the Raystown Dam. The lake is a popular destination for boating, fishing, and camping. The river and its tributaries also provide water for agriculture and industry, supporting the region's economy. However, the river has faced challenges such as pollution, sedimentation, and damming, requiring ongoing efforts to protect its health and biodiversity. Despite these challenges, the Juniata River remains an important natural and cultural resource in central Pennsylvania.
About the Juniata River
How is the Juniata River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Juniata River is flowing at 1,720 cfs at Newport, PA, about 155% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 591 to 1,720 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Juniata River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Juniata River is at 173% 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 Juniata River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Huntingdon (12.0 ft), Mapleton Depot (20.0 ft), Lewistown (23.0 ft), Newport (22.0 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.