Shenango River Flow Today
As of October 30, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Shenango River is flowing at 186 cfs at Sharpsville, PA — 29% of normal for the date. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 132 to 186 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Shenango 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 Sharpsville, the Shenango River is running 186 cfs — 29% of normal. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 45% of normal).
Highest against normal: Pymatuning Dam at 89%. Lowest: Sharpsville at 29%.
How the Shenango 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
- Pymatuning Dam976 ft 132 cfs89%
- Transfer911 ft 172 cfs45%
- Sharpsville865 ft 186 cfs29%
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 Shenango River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (45%).
Shenango River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Shenango River At Pymatuning Dam PA
Oct 30, 2:45 AM · USGS 03101500 |
132 cfs | 89% | -4% | 4.95 ft | 976 ft |
|
Shenango River Near Transfer PA
Oct 30, 2:45 AM · USGS 03102850 |
172 cfs | 45% | 0% | 2.43 ft | 911 ft |
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Shenango River At Sharpsville PA
Oct 30, 3:45 AM · USGS 03103500 |
186 cfs | 29% | 0% | 2.43 ft | 865 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 Shenango River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Shenango River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Shenango River
The Shenango River is a tributary of the Allegheny River, running through northeastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania. It is approximately 82 miles long and has a drainage basin of 1,130 square miles. The river was once used for transportation and as a source of water for local industries. Today, it is a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Shenango River Lake, Pymatuning Reservoir, and Shenango Dam. These structures provide flood control, water supply, and hydroelectric power. The river also serves as a vital source of water for agriculture in the surrounding areas. Despite past pollution from industries and agriculture, efforts have been made to improve water quality and restore the river's ecosystem.
Fishing near the Shenango River
About the Shenango River
How is the Shenango River flowing right now?
As of October 30, 2026, the Shenango River is flowing at 186 cfs at Sharpsville, PA, about 29% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 132 to 186 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Shenango River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Shenango River is at 45% 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.