Owyhee River Flow Today
As of November 14, 2026 at 12:30 AM, the Owyhee River is flowing at 111 cfs near Rome Or, OR — 71% of normal for the date and up 4% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 9.5 to 111 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Owyhee 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 Rome Or, the Owyhee River is running 111 cfs — 71% of normal, up 4% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 4 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 124% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Gold Creek (-57%).
Highest against normal: Mountain City at 177%. Lowest: Rome Or at 71%.
Flood watch: Owyhee Dam Or is at action stage (1.06 ft). Check NWS before heading out.
Paddlers: 0 of 6 runs on the Owyhee River with a live range are in range, 6 too low.
High water on the Owyhee River
Owyhee River Below Owyhee Dam Or is at 1.06 ft — action stage (flood stage 3.0 ft).
How the Owyhee 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
- Gold Creek6,129 ft 9.5 cfs143%
- Mountain City5,569 ft 20 cfs177%
- Rome Or3,351 ft 111 cfs71%
- Owyhee Dam Or2,344 ft 29 cfs105%
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 Owyhee River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (124%).
Owyhee River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Owyhee River Near Gold Creek NV
Nov 13, 11:55 PM · USGS 13174500 |
9.5 cfs | 143% | -57% | 0.58 ft | 2.9 ft below | 6,129 ft |
|
Owyhee River Near Mountain City NV
Nov 13, 11:55 PM · USGS 13175100 |
20 cfs | 177% | -2% | 3.72 ft | 4.3 ft below | 5,569 ft |
|
Owyhee River Near Rome Or OR
Nov 14, 12:30 AM · USGS 13181000 |
111 cfs | 71% | +4% | 1.41 ft | · | 3,351 ft |
|
Owyhee River Below Owyhee Dam Or OR
Nov 14, 12:30 AM · USGS 13183000 |
29 cfs | 105% | 0% | 1.06 ft | Action | 2,344 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 Owyhee River
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter Cr Sf Gauge: Owyhee Dam Or |
Too low | 29 cfs | 41–1,059 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Dry Cr - M15 Gauge: Owyhee Dam Or |
Too low | 29 cfs | 41–1,059 cfs typical | II–III |
| Dry Cr - M15 Gauge: Owyhee Dam Or |
Too low | 29 cfs | 41–1,059 cfs typical | III–III |
| Dry Cr - M15 Gauge: Owyhee Dam Or |
Too low | 29 cfs | 41–1,059 cfs typical | III–IV |
| Lower (Rome to Leslie Gulch) Gauge: Rome Or |
Too low | 111 cfs | 750–10,000 cfs | II+ TO III+ |
| Owyhee R Gauge: Owyhee Dam Or |
Too low | 29 cfs | 1,000–3,000 cfs | III–IV |
| Middle (Three Forks to Rome) | No live range | · | 1,000–5,000 cfs | III TO V– |
Dams & reservoirs on the Owyhee River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Owyhee River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Owyhee River
The Owyhee River is a 346-mile-long (557 km) river that flows through Idaho, Oregon, and Nevada. The river was named after the Hawaiian fur trappers who worked in the area in the early 19th century. The Owyhee River basin is one of the least developed and most remote areas in the western United States. The river is fed by snowmelt and rainfall and is known for its steep canyons and rugged terrain. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Owyhee Dam, which creates Lake Owyhee, and the Unity Dam, which creates Unity Reservoir. These reservoirs are used for irrigation, flood control, and hydroelectric power generation. The Owyhee River is also a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, and rafting. The river flows through the Owyhee Canyonlands, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including bighorn sheep, golden eagles, and pronghorn antelope.
About the Owyhee River
How is the Owyhee River flowing right now?
As of November 14, 2026, the Owyhee River is flowing at 111 cfs near Rome Or, OR, about 71% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 9.5 to 111 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Owyhee River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Owyhee River is at 124% 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 Owyhee River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Gold Creek (3.5 ft), Mountain City (8.0 ft), Owyhee Dam Or (3.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Owyhee River runnable for paddling today?
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.