Raquette River Flow Today
As of October 31, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the Raquette River is flowing at 1,200 cfs at South Colton Ny, NY — 492% of normal for the date and up 545% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 611 to 1,200 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Raquette 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 South Colton Ny, the Raquette River is running 1,200 cfs — 492% of normal, up 545% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 53% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at South Colton Ny (+545%).
Highest against normal: South Colton Ny at 492%. Lowest: Piercefield Ny at 52%.
How the Raquette 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
- Piercefield Ny1,502 ft 611 cfs52%
- South Colton Ny889 ft 1,200 cfs492%
- Raymondville Ny194 ft 946 cfs53%
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 Raquette River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (53%).
Raquette River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Raquette River At Piercefield Ny NY
Oct 31, 2:45 AM · USGS 04266500 |
611 cfs | 52% | +3% | 4.45 ft | 1,502 ft |
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Raquette River At South Colton Ny NY
Oct 31, 2:30 AM · USGS 04267500 |
1,200 cfs | 492% | +545% | 4.03 ft | 889 ft |
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Raquette River At Raymondville Ny NY
Oct 31, 2:30 AM · USGS 04268000 |
946 cfs | 53% | 0% | 2.30 ft | 194 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 Raquette River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Raquette River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Raquette River
The Raquette River is a 146-mile-long river in northern New York that flows from the Adirondack Mountains to the Saint Lawrence River. Historically, the river was used for transportation by Native American tribes and European settlers. The river's hydrology is heavily influenced by rainfall and snowmelt, making it prone to seasonal flooding. Numerous reservoirs and dams have been constructed along the river for hydroelectric power generation, including the Colton, Higley, and Piercefield Dams. These reservoirs also provide recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Additionally, the river supports local agriculture and is used for irrigation and water supply.
About the Raquette River
How is the Raquette River flowing right now?
As of October 31, 2026, the Raquette River is flowing at 1,200 cfs at South Colton Ny, NY, about 492% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 611 to 1,200 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Raquette River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Raquette River is at 53% 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.
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.