Nanticoke River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Nanticoke River is flowing at 38 cfs near Bridgeville, DE — 77% of normal for the date and up 14% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Nanticoke 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 Bridgeville, the Nanticoke River is running 38 cfs — 77% of normal, up 14% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 77% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Bridgeville (+14%).
How the Nanticoke 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
- Bridgeville15 ft 38 cfs77%
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 Nanticoke River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (77%).
Nanticoke River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nanticoke River Near Bridgeville DE
Oct 3, 3:15 AM · USGS 01487000 |
38 cfs | 77% | +14% | 4.45 ft | 5.1 ft below | 15 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.
Nanticoke 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).
Nanticoke River
The Nanticoke River is a major river in the Delmarva Peninsula, flowing for approximately 64 miles from southern Delaware to Maryland's Chesapeake Bay. The river has played a significant role in the area's history, serving as a vital transportation route for Native Americans, European settlers, and African slaves. Today, it is used for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities. The Nanticoke River is also used for agricultural purposes, with many farms and livestock operations located along its banks. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Marshyhope Creek Dam, Blades Dam, and Records Pond Dam. These structures provide hydroelectric power and help regulate the river's flow for various uses. Overall, the Nanticoke River is an important natural resource, providing a significant economic and cultural contribution to the region.
Fishing near the Nanticoke River
About the Nanticoke River
How is the Nanticoke River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Nanticoke River is flowing at 38 cfs near Bridgeville, DE, about 77% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Nanticoke River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Nanticoke River is at 77% 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 Nanticoke River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Bridgeville (9.5 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.