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Muskingum River Flow Today

As of November 5, 2026 at 2:45 AM, the Muskingum River is flowing at 2,260 cfs at Beverly Oh, OH — 92% of normal for the date and up 9% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 1,250 to 2,260 cfs. ❤ Favorite

USGS gauges
4 4 reporting · upstream → down
Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh: 41% of normalMuskingum River At Dresden Oh: 38% of normalMuskingum River At Mcconnelsville Oh: 39% of normalMuskingum River At Beverly Oh: 92% of normal
Typical gauge
40% of normal for the date
0%normal200%
Biggest flow now
2,260cfs Beverly Oh
Updated
Nov 5, 2:45 AM
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River briefing · Nov 5, 2026

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 2,260 cfs — 92% of normal, up 9% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 4 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 40% of normal).

In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Coshocton Oh (+25%).

Highest against normal: Beverly Oh at 92%. Lowest: Dresden Oh at 38%.

Headwaters to mouth

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

  1. Coshocton Oh733 ft 1,250 cfs41%
  2. Dresden Oh701 ft 1,350 cfs38%
  3. Mcconnelsville Oh652 ft 1,810 cfs39%
  4. Beverly Oh625 ft 2,260 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 Muskingum River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (40%).

Typical gauge 40%
0%50%100% · normal150%200%+
Much below normal3Below normal0Near normal1Above normal0Much above normal0

Muskingum River flow report

4 gauges
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height To flood stage Elevation
Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh OH
Nov 5, 3:00 AM · USGS 03140500
1,250 cfs 41% +25% 5.70 ft 9.3 ft below 733 ft
Muskingum River At Dresden Oh OH
Nov 5, 2:45 AM · USGS 03144500
1,350 cfs 38% +10% 6.25 ft 13.8 ft below 701 ft
Muskingum River At Mcconnelsville Oh OH
Nov 5, 3:00 AM · USGS 03150000
1,810 cfs 39% +8% 1.07 ft 9.9 ft below 652 ft
Muskingum River At Beverly Oh OH
Nov 5, 2:45 AM · USGS 03150500
2,260 cfs 92% +9% 15.21 ft 13.8 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.

History

Muskingum River streamflow over time

Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.

Maximum streamflow by year

About this river

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.

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About the Muskingum River

How is the Muskingum River flowing right now?

As of November 5, 2026, the Muskingum River is flowing at 2,260 cfs at Beverly Oh, OH, about 92% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 1,250 to 2,260 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 40% 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.

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