Neuse River Flow Today
As of November 14, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the Neuse River is flowing at 456 cfs at Kinston, NC — 57% of normal for the date and down 19% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 60 to 456 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Neuse 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 Kinston, the Neuse River is running 456 cfs — 57% of normal, down 19% since yesterday. Along the river, 4 of 4 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 59% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Kinston (-19%) and Goldsboro (-19%).
How the Neuse 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
- Falls212 ft 60 cfs61%
- Clayton132 ft 217 cfs73%
- Goldsboro48 ft 297 cfs48%
- Kinston14 ft 456 cfs57%
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 Neuse River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (59%).
Neuse River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Neuse River Near Falls NC
Nov 14, 2:45 AM · USGS 02087183 |
60 cfs | 61% | 0% | 0.94 ft | 5.1 ft below | 212 ft |
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Neuse River Near Clayton NC
Nov 14, 2:15 AM · USGS 02087500 |
217 cfs | 73% | -7% | 1.22 ft | 7.8 ft below | 132 ft |
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Neuse River Near Goldsboro NC
Nov 14, 2:15 AM · USGS 02089000 |
297 cfs | 48% | -19% | 2.63 ft | 15.4 ft below | 48 ft |
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Neuse River At Kinston NC
Nov 14, 2:15 AM · USGS 02089500 |
456 cfs | 57% | -19% | 3.21 ft | 10.8 ft below | 14 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 Neuse River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Neuse River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Neuse River
The Neuse River is a major river in North Carolina that stretches for approximately 275 miles from its source in the Piedmont region to Pamlico Sound. The river played a significant role in the state's history, serving as a trading route for Native Americans and early settlers. The Neuse River is home to several reservoirs and dams that provide hydroelectric power and flood control, including Falls Lake and Jordan Lake. The river also supports a variety of recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, and wildlife watching, and is an important source of water for agriculture and drinking water for local communities. However, the Neuse River has also faced environmental challenges, including pollution and algae blooms that have threatened its ecological health.
Fishing near the Neuse River
About the Neuse River
How is the Neuse River flowing right now?
As of November 14, 2026, the Neuse River is flowing at 456 cfs at Kinston, NC, about 57% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 60 to 456 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Neuse River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Neuse River is at 59% 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 Neuse River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Falls (6.0 ft), Clayton (9.0 ft), Goldsboro (18.0 ft), Kinston (14.0 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.