Sand Hill River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 4:45 AM, the Sand Hill River is flowing at 87 cfs at Climax, MN — 333% of normal for the date and down 18% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Sand Hill 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 Climax, the Sand Hill River is running 87 cfs — 333% of normal, down 18% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 333% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Climax (-18%).
How the Sand Hill 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
- Climax829 ft 87 cfs333%
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 Sand Hill River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (333%).
Sand Hill River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Sand Hill River At Climax MN
Oct 2, 4:45 AM · USGS 05069000 |
87 cfs | 333% | -18% | 4.84 ft | 15.2 ft below | 829 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 Sand Hill River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Sand Hill 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).
Sand Hill River
Sand Hill River is a 161-mile-long river that flows through northwest Minnesota and North Dakota. Historically, it was a significant source of water for the region's Native American population. The river is mainly fed by groundwater and is relatively shallow. The river is home to several reservoirs, including the Lake Bronson Dam, which provides flood control and recreational opportunities. The Sand Hill River watershed is used primarily for agricultural purposes, including crop cultivation and livestock grazing. Recreational activities on the river include fishing, boating, and camping. The river is also home to several species of fish, including walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch. Additionally, the river provides a habitat for several species of birds and wildlife.
Fishing near the Sand Hill River
About the Sand Hill River
How is the Sand Hill River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Sand Hill River is flowing at 87 cfs at Climax, MN, about 333% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Sand Hill River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Sand Hill River is at 333% 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 Sand Hill River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Climax (20.0 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.