Lackawaxen River Flow Today
As of October 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM, the Lackawaxen River is flowing at 1,110 cfs at Rowland, PA — 816% of normal for the date and down 3% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 73 to 1,110 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Lackawaxen 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 Rowland, the Lackawaxen River is running 1,110 cfs — 816% of normal, down 3% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 134% of normal).
Highest against normal: Rowland at 816%. Lowest: Honesdale at 120%.
How the Lackawaxen 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
- Honesdale946 ft 73 cfs120%
- Hawley885 ft 130 cfs134%
- Rowland689 ft 1,110 cfs816%
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 Lackawaxen River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (134%).
Lackawaxen River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lackawaxen River Near Honesdale PA
Oct 4, 3:30 AM · USGS 01430000 |
73 cfs | 120% | -7% | 1.36 ft | · | 946 ft |
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Lackawaxen River At Hawley PA
Oct 4, 3:30 AM · USGS 01431500 |
130 cfs | 134% | -6% | 1.91 ft | 9.1 ft below | 885 ft |
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Lackawaxen River At Rowland PA
Oct 4, 4:00 AM · USGS 01432110 |
1,110 cfs | 816% | -3% | 5.10 ft | · | 689 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 Lackawaxen River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Lackawaxen River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Lackawaxen River
The Lackawaxen River is a tributary of the Delaware River, located in northeast Pennsylvania. The river is approximately 31 miles long and played a significant role in the development of the region during the 18th and 19th centuries, as it was used for transportation of goods and facilitated the growth of industry. Today, the river is primarily used for recreational activities, such as fishing, kayaking, and rafting. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Prompton Dam and the Lake Wallenpaupack Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and drinking water to the region. Additionally, the river supports agricultural uses, as it provides irrigation water for nearby farms. Despite being heavily utilized, efforts are being made to ensure the preservation of the natural beauty and ecological health of the Lackawaxen River.
About the Lackawaxen River
How is the Lackawaxen River flowing right now?
As of October 4, 2026, the Lackawaxen River is flowing at 1,110 cfs at Rowland, PA, about 816% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 73 to 1,110 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Lackawaxen River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Lackawaxen River is at 134% 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 Lackawaxen River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Hawley (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.