Shoal River Flow Today
As of October 11, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the Shoal River is flowing at 9,100 cfs near Crestview, FL and up 229% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 3,020 to 9,100 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Shoal 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 Crestview, the Shoal River is running 9,100 cfs, up 229% since yesterday.
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Crestview (+229%) and Mossy Head (+50%).
Flood watch: Mossy Head is at moderate flood stage (16.80 ft); Crestview is at minor flood stage (10.19 ft). Check NWS before heading out.
High water on the Shoal River
Shoal River Near Mossy Head is at 16.80 ft — moderate flood stage (flood stage 14.0 ft).
Shoal River Near Crestview is at 10.19 ft — minor flood stage (flood stage 8.0 ft).
How the Shoal 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
- Mossy Head111 ft 3,020 cfs
- Crestview52 ft 9,100 cfs
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.
Shoal River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Shoal River Near Mossy Head FL
Oct 11, 2:15 AM · USGS 02368500 |
3,020 cfs | · | +50% | 16.80 ft | Moderate flood | 111 ft |
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Shoal River Near Crestview FL
Oct 11, 2:15 AM · USGS 02369000 |
9,100 cfs | · | +229% | 10.19 ft | Flooding | 52 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 Shoal River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Shoal River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Shoal River
The Shoal River is a 70-mile-long river located in the Florida Panhandle. Historically, the river was used by Native Americans for transportation and fishing. Today, the Shoal River is an important source of drinking water for the surrounding area. The river flows through several reservoirs and dams, including the Black Creek Reservoir and the Crestview Reservoir. These reservoirs were created in the early 1900s to provide water for agricultural and domestic use. The Shoal River is also popular among recreational fishermen, who come to the river to catch bass, catfish, and other fish species. Additionally, the river is used for boating and swimming during the warmer months. The Shoal River plays an important role in the local community, providing water and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.
Fishing near the Shoal River
About the Shoal River
How is the Shoal River flowing right now?
As of October 11, 2026, the Shoal River is flowing at 9,100 cfs near Crestview, FL. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 3,020 to 9,100 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Shoal River running high or low?
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 Shoal River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Mossy Head (14.0 ft), Crestview (8.0 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.