Nolan River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the Nolan River is flowing at 3.6 cfs at Blum, TX — 89% of normal for the date and down 10% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Nolan 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 Blum, the Nolan River is running 3.6 cfs — 89% of normal, down 10% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 89% of normal).
How the Nolan 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
- Blum561 ft 3.6 cfs89%
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 Nolan River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (89%).
Nolan River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nolan River At Blum TX
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 08092000 |
3.6 cfs | 89% | -10% | 1.38 ft | 22.6 ft below | 561 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.
Nolan 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).
Nolan River
The Nolan River is located in north-central Texas and flows for approximately 28 miles before emptying into the Brazos River. The river played a significant role in the region's history as a route for Native American tribes and Spanish explorers. Today, it is used primarily for recreational activities such as fishing and kayaking, while also supporting the agricultural industry. The river is fed by several creeks and springs, and is home to two major reservoirs: Lake Pat Cleburne and Lake Nolan. Both reservoirs provide water for municipalities, agriculture, and industry. Lake Pat Cleburne also serves as a popular recreational spot for fishing and boating. The Nolan River provides a vital source of water for the surrounding community and serves as a significant contributor to the region's economy.
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About the Nolan River
How is the Nolan River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Nolan River is flowing at 3.6 cfs at Blum, TX, about 89% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Nolan River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Nolan River is at 89% 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 Nolan River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Blum (24.0 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.