Mohawk River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Mohawk River is flowing at 1,710 cfs at Cohoes Ny, NY — 92% of normal for the date and down 33% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 22 to 1,710 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Mohawk 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 Cohoes Ny, the Mohawk River is running 1,710 cfs — 92% of normal, down 33% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 4 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 81% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Cohoes Ny (-33%).
Highest against normal: Rome Ny at 98%. Lowest: Springfield at 62%.
How the Mohawk 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
- Rome Ny459 ft 197 cfs98%
- Springfield449 ft 22 cfs62%
- Little Falls Ny342 ft 777 cfs70%
- Cohoes Ny59 ft 1,710 cfs92%
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 Mohawk River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (81%).
Mohawk River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mohawk River Below Delta Dam Near Rome Ny NY
Oct 3, 2:30 AM · USGS 01336000 |
197 cfs | 98% | 0% | 2.17 ft | · | 459 ft |
|
Mohawk River Near Springfield OR
Oct 3, 12:45 AM · USGS 14165000 |
22 cfs | 62% | 0% | 0.79 ft | 14.2 ft below | 449 ft |
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Mohawk River Near Little Falls Ny NY
Oct 3, 2:30 AM · USGS 01347000 |
777 cfs | 70% | +6% | 5.05 ft | 10.0 ft below | 342 ft |
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Mohawk River At Cohoes Ny NY
Oct 3, 3:00 AM · USGS 01357500 |
1,710 cfs | 92% | -33% | 8.68 ft | 11.3 ft below | 59 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 Mohawk River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Mohawk River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Mohawk River
The Mohawk River is a 149-mile-long river in upstate New York that flows eastward from the Adirondack Mountains to the Hudson River. It was an important transportation route for Native American tribes, European colonists, and early American settlers. The river has a significant hydrological impact on the surrounding area, as it is used for irrigation, drinking water, and hydroelectric power. The river is home to several reservoirs, including the Hinckley Reservoir and the Great Sacandaga Lake, which serve as a source of drinking water and recreational activities such as fishing and boating. Additionally, the river has several dams, including the Crescent Dam and the Cohoes Falls Dam, which generate hydroelectric power. The Mohawk River is an important source of agricultural water for the surrounding region, and supports crops such as corn, soybeans, and vegetables.
About the Mohawk River
How is the Mohawk River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Mohawk River is flowing at 1,710 cfs at Cohoes Ny, NY, about 92% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 22 to 1,710 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Mohawk River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Mohawk River is at 81% 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 Mohawk River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Springfield (15.0 ft), Little Falls Ny (15.0 ft), Cohoes Ny (20.0 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.