Maumee River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Maumee River is flowing at 1,350 cfs near Defiance Oh, OH — 313% of normal for the date and down 10% in 24 hours. 5 of 5 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 545 to 1,350 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Maumee 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 Defiance Oh, the Maumee River is running 1,350 cfs — 313% of normal, down 10% since yesterday. Along the river, 5 of 5 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 295% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Fort Wayne (+18%); dropping at Waterville Oh (-23%) and Antwerp Oh (-16%).
Highest against normal: Fort Wayne at 356%. Lowest: New Haven at 260%.
How the Maumee 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
- Fort Wayne763 ft 545 cfs356%
- New Haven746 ft 551 cfs260%
- Antwerp Oh702 ft 582 cfs291%
- Defiance Oh659 ft 1,350 cfs313%
- Waterville Oh598 ft 1,180 cfs295%
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 Maumee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (295%).
Maumee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Maumee River At Fort Wayne IN
Oct 2, 3:55 AM · USGS 04182900 |
545 cfs | 356% | +18% | 2.39 ft | 14.6 ft below | 763 ft |
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Maumee River At New Haven IN
Oct 2, 3:30 AM · USGS 04183000 |
551 cfs | 260% | -9% | 3.85 ft | 13.2 ft below | 746 ft |
|
Maumee River At Antwerp Oh OH
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 04183500 |
582 cfs | 291% | -16% | 6.99 ft | · | 702 ft |
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Maumee River Near Defiance Oh OH
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 04192500 |
1,350 cfs | 313% | -10% | 2.13 ft | · | 659 ft |
|
Maumee River At Waterville Oh OH
Oct 2, 3:00 AM · USGS 04193500 |
1,180 cfs | 295% | -23% | 2.47 ft | 8.5 ft below | 598 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 Maumee River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Maumee River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Maumee River
The Maumee River is a major waterway that runs through the states of Indiana and Ohio, flowing into Lake Erie. It is approximately 137 miles long and is rich in history, having served as a critical transportation route during the early 19th century. Today, the river is used for many recreational activities such as fishing and boating, and also plays a significant role in the agricultural industry by providing irrigation and water for livestock. The river is also home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Fort Wayne Dam, Independence Dam, and Grand Rapids Dam, which help to regulate water flow and maintain water levels for various purposes. Despite facing challenges such as pollution and erosion, efforts are being made to preserve and protect the Maumee River and its surrounding eco-system.
Fishing near the Maumee River
About the Maumee River
How is the Maumee River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Maumee River is flowing at 1,350 cfs near Defiance Oh, OH, about 313% of normal for the date. Across its 5 USGS gauges, current flows range from 545 to 1,350 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Maumee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Maumee River is at 295% 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 Maumee River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Fort Wayne (17.0 ft), New Haven (17.0 ft), Waterville Oh (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.