Minam River Flow Today
As of October 15, 2026 at 1:00 AM, the Minam River is flowing at 56 cfs near Minam, OR — 75% of normal for the date. ❤ Favorite
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Minam 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 Minam, the Minam River is running 56 cfs — 75% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 75% of normal).
How the Minam 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
- Minam2,564 ft 56 cfs75%
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 Minam River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (75%).
Minam River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Minam River Near Minam OR
Oct 15, 1:00 AM · USGS 13331500 |
56 cfs | 75% | 0% | 0.91 ft | 2,564 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 Minam River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Minam 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).
Minam River
The Minam River is located in northeastern Oregon and is approximately 40 miles long. The river has a rich history dating back to the 1800s when it was used for gold mining and logging. The river is fed by snowmelt and has a high gradient, making it popular for whitewater rafting and kayaking. It is also home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Minam River Dam, which was built in the early 1900s and is used for hydroelectric power generation. The river is also used for irrigation and supports agricultural activities such as cattle grazing and hay production. Recreational activities such as camping, hiking, and fishing are popular in the Minam River area. The river is well-known for its scenic beauty and pristine water quality.
Fishing near the Minam River
About the Minam River
How is the Minam River flowing right now?
As of October 15, 2026, the Minam River is flowing at 56 cfs near Minam, OR, about 75% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Minam River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Minam River is at 75% 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.