Middle Fork River Flow Today
As of November 15, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Middle Fork River is flowing at 518 cfs at Audra, WV — 320% of normal for the date and down 24% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Middle Fork 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 Audra, the Middle Fork River is running 518 cfs — 320% of normal, down 24% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 320% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Audra (-24%).
How the Middle Fork 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
- Audra1,678 ft 518 cfs320%
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 Middle Fork River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (320%).
Middle Fork River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
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Middle Fork River At Audra WV
Nov 15, 2:45 AM · USGS 03052000 |
518 cfs | 320% | -24% | 3.63 ft | 1,678 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.
Middle Fork 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).
Middle Fork River
The Middle Fork River is a 92-mile long tributary of the North Fork of the American River in California. The river has a rich history, as it was once a significant source of gold during the California Gold Rush. The river's hydrology is heavily influenced by snowmelt in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The Middle Fork American River is impounded by the French Meadows Dam, which creates the French Meadows Reservoir, a popular recreational spot for fishing and boating. Additionally, the Oxbow Hydroelectric Project diverts water from the river to generate electricity. The Middle Fork River is also used for agricultural irrigation. Recreational activities on the river include whitewater rafting, kayaking, and fishing. The river is known for its challenging rapids and stunning scenery, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
Fishing near the Middle Fork River
About the Middle Fork River
How is the Middle Fork River flowing right now?
As of November 15, 2026, the Middle Fork River is flowing at 518 cfs at Audra, WV, about 320% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Middle Fork River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Middle Fork River is at 320% 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.