Missisquoi River Flow Today
As of October 25, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Missisquoi River is flowing at 306 cfs at Swanton, VT — 31% of normal for the date and down 15% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 53 to 306 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Missisquoi 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 Swanton, the Missisquoi River is running 306 cfs — 31% of normal, down 15% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 31% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Swanton (-15%) and East Berkshire (-10%).
How the Missisquoi 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
- North Troy598 ft 53 cfs28%
- East Berkshire407 ft 203 cfs33%
- Swanton110 ft 306 cfs31%
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 Missisquoi River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (31%).
Missisquoi River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Missisquoi River Near North Troy VT
Oct 25, 3:30 AM · USGS 04293000 |
53 cfs | 28% | -5% | 1.40 ft | 7.6 ft below | 598 ft |
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Missisquoi River Near East Berkshire VT
Oct 25, 3:45 AM · USGS 04293500 |
203 cfs | 33% | -10% | 2.35 ft | 10.7 ft below | 407 ft |
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Missisquoi River At Swanton VT
Oct 25, 3:45 AM · USGS 04294000 |
306 cfs | 31% | -15% | 1.07 ft | · | 110 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 Missisquoi River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Missisquoi River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Missisquoi River
The Missisquoi River is a 80-mile-long tributary of Lake Champlain that flows through Vermont and Quebec. It was a crucial trade and transportation route for Native American tribes and early European settlers. The river has a hydrological history of flooding and ice jams, which led to the construction of several reservoirs and dams, including the Gorge Dam and Enosburg Falls Dam. These dams have helped to regulate water flow, prevent flooding, and generate hydroelectric power. The river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and swimming. It also supports agriculture, with farms located along its banks using its water for irrigation. The Missisquoi River is an important part of Vermont's history and provides valuable resources to the surrounding communities.
About the Missisquoi River
How is the Missisquoi River flowing right now?
As of October 25, 2026, the Missisquoi River is flowing at 306 cfs at Swanton, VT, about 31% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 53 to 306 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Missisquoi River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Missisquoi River is at 31% 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 Missisquoi River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for North Troy (9.0 ft), East Berkshire (13.0 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.