North Fork River Flow Today
As of October 11, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the North Fork River is flowing at 280 cfs near Tecumseh, MO — 71% of normal for the date and down 2% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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North Fork 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 Tecumseh, the North Fork River is running 280 cfs — 71% of normal, down 2% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 71% of normal).
Paddlers: 1 of 1 runs on the North Fork River with a live range are in range.
How the North Fork 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
- Tecumseh597 ft 280 cfs71%
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 North Fork River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (71%).
North Fork River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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North Fork River Near Tecumseh MO
Oct 11, 3:00 AM · USGS 07057500 |
280 cfs | 71% | -2% | 2.18 ft | 17.8 ft below | 597 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.
Paddle runs on the North Fork River
1 of 1 run is in range right now. Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hebron Access Site To Southern Forest Boundary In Sec 33, T24N, R11W Gauge: Tecumseh |
In range | 280 cfs | 247–4,202 cfs typical | II–III |
Dams & reservoirs on the North Fork River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
North Fork 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).
North Fork River
The North Fork River is a 108-mile-long tributary of the White River in southern Missouri. The river has played an important role in the state's history, serving as a source of water for early settlers and a transportation route for timber and other goods. The North Fork River flows through the Ozarks and is known for its clear, cold water and scenic beauty. The river is regulated by several dams and reservoirs, including the Norfork Dam and Reservoir, which provides hydroelectric power and flood control. The North Fork River is also popular for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and canoeing, and is home to a variety of fish, including rainbow and brown trout. The river is also used for agriculture, providing irrigation for crops such as soybeans and corn.
Fishing near the North Fork River
About the North Fork River
How is the North Fork River flowing right now?
As of October 11, 2026, the North Fork River is flowing at 280 cfs near Tecumseh, MO, about 71% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the North Fork River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the North Fork River is at 71% 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 North Fork River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Tecumseh (20.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the North Fork River runnable for paddling today?
1 of 1 paddle run is in range right now. Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
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.