Patoka River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Patoka River is flowing at 330 cfs near Princeton, IN — 124% of normal for the date. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 266 to 330 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Patoka 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 Princeton, the Patoka River is running 330 cfs — 124% of normal. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 146% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Jasper (-13%).
Highest against normal: Jasper at 206%. Lowest: Princeton at 124%.
How the Patoka 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
- Jasper458 ft 266 cfs206%
- Winslow419 ft 320 cfs146%
- Princeton408 ft 330 cfs124%
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 Patoka River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (146%).
Patoka River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Patoka River At Jasper IN
Oct 2, 3:15 AM · USGS 03375500 |
266 cfs | 206% | -13% | 8.63 ft | · | 458 ft |
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Patoka River At Winslow IN
Oct 2, 2:30 AM · USGS 03376300 |
320 cfs | 146% | -1% | 9.68 ft | · | 419 ft |
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Patoka River Near Princeton IN
Oct 2, 3:45 AM · USGS 03376500 |
330 cfs | 124% | -1% | 4.62 ft | 13.4 ft below | 408 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 Patoka River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Patoka River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Patoka River
The Patoka River flows for approximately 167 miles through southern Indiana, and is a tributary of the Wabash River. The river has a rich history dating back to the prehistoric era, and played a significant role in the region's early settlement and economic development. The Patoka River is fed by several tributaries, including the Little Patoka and Gillies Creek, and features several man-made reservoirs and dams, including the Patoka Lake Reservoir and the Jasper City Dam. These reservoirs provide recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming, as well as agricultural and industrial water supply. The Patoka River is also home to various species of fish, including bass and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers.
About the Patoka River
How is the Patoka River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Patoka River is flowing at 330 cfs near Princeton, IN, about 124% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 266 to 330 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Patoka River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Patoka River is at 146% 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 Patoka River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Princeton (18.0 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.