Little Menomonee River Flow Today
As of October 4, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Little Menomonee River is flowing at 36 cfs at Milwaukee, WI — 753% of normal for the date and down 51% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 14 to 36 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Little Menomonee 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 Milwaukee, the Little Menomonee River is running 36 cfs — 753% of normal, down 51% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 734% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Milwaukee (-51%) and Freistadt (-26%).
How the Little Menomonee 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
- Freistadt729 ft 14 cfs716%
- Milwaukee704 ft 36 cfs753%
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 Little Menomonee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (734%).
Little Menomonee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Little Menomonee River Near Freistadt WI
Oct 4, 2:00 AM · USGS 04087050 |
14 cfs | 716% | -26% | 2.60 ft | 729 ft |
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Little Menomonee River At Milwaukee WI
Oct 4, 2:00 AM · USGS 04087070 |
36 cfs | 753% | -51% | 4.52 ft | 704 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.
Little Menomonee River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Little Menomonee River
The Little Menomonee River is a 14-mile river located in southeastern Wisconsin that runs between Menomonee Falls and Milwaukee. Historically, the river was used for milling and other industrial activities. Today, it is primarily used for recreation and agriculture. The river is fed by numerous tributaries, including the Little Menomonee Creek and the Mequon Creek. It is also home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Little Menomonee River Dam and the Silver Spring Dam. These dams help to control the flow of the river and provide water for agricultural and recreational purposes. The Little Menomonee River is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing, and it is home to a variety of aquatic wildlife, including bass, trout, and pike.
Fishing near the Little Menomonee River
About the Little Menomonee River
How is the Little Menomonee River flowing right now?
As of October 4, 2026, the Little Menomonee River is flowing at 36 cfs at Milwaukee, WI, about 753% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 14 to 36 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Little Menomonee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Little Menomonee River is at 734% 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.