Saugatuck River Flow Today
As of November 12, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Saugatuck River is flowing at 81 cfs near Westport, CT — 171% of normal for the date. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 17 to 81 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Saugatuck 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 Westport, the Saugatuck River is running 81 cfs — 171% of normal. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 158% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Redding (+36%).
How the Saugatuck 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
- Redding282 ft 17 cfs144%
- Westport22 ft 81 cfs171%
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 Saugatuck River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (158%).
Saugatuck River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saugatuck River Near Redding CT
Nov 12, 2:00 AM · USGS 01208990 |
17 cfs | 144% | +36% | 1.58 ft | 282 ft |
|
Saugatuck River Near Westport CT
Nov 12, 3:00 AM · USGS 01209500 |
81 cfs | 171% | 0% | 3.60 ft | 22 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 Saugatuck River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Saugatuck River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Saugatuck River
The Saugatuck River is a 23-mile-long river located in southwestern Connecticut. The river was named after the Native American tribe that once inhabited the area. It has a watershed area of 64 square miles and is fed by several small tributaries. The river is known for its scenic beauty and has played an important role in the history of the area, serving as a source of power for mills and factories. Today, the river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. There are several reservoirs along the river, including the Saugatuck Reservoir, which supplies drinking water to the surrounding communities. There are also several dams along the river, including the Aspetuck Dam and the Saugatuck Dam, which help to manage the flow of water and provide hydroelectric power. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, with several farms located along its banks.
Fishing near the Saugatuck River
About the Saugatuck River
How is the Saugatuck River flowing right now?
As of November 12, 2026, the Saugatuck River is flowing at 81 cfs near Westport, CT, about 171% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 17 to 81 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Saugatuck River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Saugatuck River is at 158% 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.