Muskingum River Flow Today
As of October 15, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Muskingum River is flowing at 7,770 cfs at Beverly Oh, OH — 175% of normal for the date and down 7% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 1,310 to 7,770 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Muskingum 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 Beverly Oh, the Muskingum River is running 7,770 cfs — 175% of normal, down 7% since yesterday. Along the river, 4 of 4 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 146% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Dresden Oh (+10%).
Highest against normal: Beverly Oh at 175%. Lowest: Coshocton Oh at 116%.
How the Muskingum 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
- Coshocton Oh733 ft 1,310 cfs116%
- Dresden Oh701 ft 2,000 cfs149%
- Mcconnelsville Oh652 ft 4,260 cfs142%
- Beverly Oh625 ft 7,770 cfs175%
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 Muskingum River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (146%).
Muskingum River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh OH
Oct 15, 3:00 AM · USGS 03140500 |
1,310 cfs | 116% | -4% | 5.76 ft | 9.2 ft below | 733 ft |
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Muskingum River At Dresden Oh OH
Oct 15, 2:45 AM · USGS 03144500 |
2,000 cfs | 149% | +10% | 6.82 ft | 13.2 ft below | 701 ft |
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Muskingum River At Mcconnelsville Oh OH
Oct 15, 3:00 AM · USGS 03150000 |
4,260 cfs | 142% | +2% | 1.88 ft | 9.1 ft below | 652 ft |
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Muskingum River At Beverly Oh OH
Oct 15, 3:45 AM · USGS 03150500 |
7,770 cfs | 175% | -7% | 17.36 ft | 11.6 ft below | 625 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 Muskingum River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Muskingum River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Muskingum River
The Muskingum River is a major tributary of the Ohio River, running 111 miles through southeastern Ohio. It has played an important role in the state's history, serving as a transportation route for Native Americans and European settlers. The river is home to several dams and reservoirs, including the Wills Creek Dam and Seneca Lake. The Muskingum River Parkway and its associated lakes were created in the mid-20th century to provide flood control and recreational opportunities for the region. The river supports a variety of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, and camping. In addition, the Muskingum River is an important source of water for agricultural uses in the region.
Fishing near the Muskingum River
About the Muskingum River
How is the Muskingum River flowing right now?
As of October 15, 2026, the Muskingum River is flowing at 7,770 cfs at Beverly Oh, OH, about 175% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 1,310 to 7,770 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Muskingum River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Muskingum River is at 146% 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 Muskingum River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Coshocton Oh (15.0 ft), Dresden Oh (20.0 ft), Mcconnelsville Oh (11.0 ft), Beverly Oh (29.0 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.