Manitowoc River Flow Today
As of November 11, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Manitowoc River is flowing at 75 cfs at Manitowoc, WI — 38% of normal for the date and down 12% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Manitowoc 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 Manitowoc, the Manitowoc River is running 75 cfs — 38% of normal, down 12% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 38% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Manitowoc (-12%).
How the Manitowoc 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
- Manitowoc610 ft 75 cfs38%
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 Manitowoc River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (38%).
Manitowoc River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Manitowoc River At Manitowoc WI
Nov 11, 2:00 AM · USGS 04085427 |
75 cfs | 38% | -12% | 4.44 ft | 610 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 Manitowoc River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Manitowoc River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Manitowoc River
The Manitowoc River is a 42-mile river that flows through Manitowoc County in eastern Wisconsin. The river has a rich history as it was used for transportation in the 19th century and played a significant role in the logging industry. The river is also notable for its hydrology as it flows through numerous wetlands, providing habitat for a variety of wildlife. There are two significant reservoirs on the river, which are the 1,200-acre Lower Cato Falls Reservoir and the 500-acre Valders Reservoir. The river is primarily used for recreational purposes such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking, with the occasional use for agriculture. The river's abundance of fish species such as walleye, northern pike, and smallmouth bass make it a popular destination for anglers.
Fishing near the Manitowoc River
About the Manitowoc River
How is the Manitowoc River flowing right now?
As of November 11, 2026, the Manitowoc River is flowing at 75 cfs at Manitowoc, WI, about 38% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Manitowoc River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Manitowoc River is at 38% 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.