Pawcatuck River Flow Today
As of October 7, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Pawcatuck River is flowing at 484 cfs at Westerly, RI — 323% of normal for the date and down 9% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 192 to 484 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Pawcatuck 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 Westerly, the Pawcatuck River is running 484 cfs — 323% of normal, down 9% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 377% of normal).
How the Pawcatuck 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
- Wood River Junction45 ft 192 cfs430%
- Westerly2 ft 484 cfs323%
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 Pawcatuck River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (377%).
Pawcatuck River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pawcatuck River At Wood River Junction RI
Oct 7, 3:45 AM · USGS 01117500 |
192 cfs | 430% | -9% | 2.77 ft | 2.2 ft below | 45 ft |
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Pawcatuck River At Westerly RI
Oct 7, 3:00 AM · USGS 01118500 |
484 cfs | 323% | -9% | 4.52 ft | 2.5 ft below | 2 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 Pawcatuck River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Pawcatuck River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Pawcatuck River
The Pawcatuck River is located in Rhode Island and Connecticut and is approximately 34 miles long. The river has a long history dating back to the early colonial period and has played an important role in transportation and agriculture in the region. The river is fed by several small streams and tributaries and flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The hydrology of the river is influenced by several reservoirs and dams, including the Bradford Dam and the White Rock Dam. These structures have been built to manage flooding and to provide water for irrigation and municipal purposes. The river is also popular for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking. Agriculture is another important use of the river, as it provides irrigation for farmers in the surrounding area.
Fishing near the Pawcatuck River
About the Pawcatuck River
How is the Pawcatuck River flowing right now?
As of October 7, 2026, the Pawcatuck River is flowing at 484 cfs at Westerly, RI, about 323% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 192 to 484 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Pawcatuck River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Pawcatuck River is at 377% 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 Pawcatuck River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Wood River Junction (5.0 ft), Westerly (7.0 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.