Shetucket River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM, the Shetucket River is flowing at 510 cfs at Taftville, CT — 88% of normal for the date and down 19% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 272 to 510 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Shetucket 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 Taftville, the Shetucket River is running 510 cfs — 88% of normal, down 19% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 86% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Taftville (-19%) and Willimantic (-15%).
How the Shetucket 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
- Willimantic156 ft 272 cfs85%
- Taftville36 ft 510 cfs88%
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 Shetucket River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (86%).
Shetucket River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Shetucket River Near Willimantic CT
Oct 23, 3:30 AM · USGS 01122500 |
272 cfs | 85% | -15% | 2.64 ft | 10.4 ft below | 156 ft |
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Shetucket River At Taftville CT
Oct 23, 4:00 AM · USGS 011230695 |
510 cfs | 88% | -19% | 5.89 ft | · | 36 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 Shetucket River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Shetucket River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Shetucket River
The Shetucket River is located in eastern Connecticut and is approximately 20 miles long. It has a rich history dating back to the 1600s when it was used by Native Americans for fishing and transportation. The river has been harnessed for hydroelectric power since the late 19th century, with several reservoirs and dams constructed along its course. The largest of these is the Mansfield Hollow Dam, which forms the Mansfield Hollow Reservoir. The river is also used for recreational purposes, including fishing, kayaking, and hiking along its scenic trails. Additionally, the river is an important source of water for agriculture and provides irrigation to the surrounding farmland. Despite its many uses, the Shetucket River has faced challenges including pollution and habitat loss, prompting conservation efforts to protect its unique ecosystem.
Fishing near the Shetucket River
About the Shetucket River
How is the Shetucket River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Shetucket River is flowing at 510 cfs at Taftville, CT, about 88% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 272 to 510 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Shetucket River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Shetucket River is at 86% 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 Shetucket River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Willimantic (13.0 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.