Solomon River Flow Today
As of November 11, 2026 at 1:45 AM, the Solomon River is flowing at 650 cfs at Beloit, KS. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 413 to 650 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Solomon 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 Beloit, the Solomon River is running 650 cfs. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 619% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Niles (-13%).
How the Solomon 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
- Glen Elder1,386 ft 413 cfs
- Beloit1,361 ft 650 cfs
- Minneapolis1,249 ft 497 cfs
- Niles1,176 ft 572 cfs619%
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 Solomon River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (619%).
Solomon River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Solomon River Near Glen Elder KS
Nov 11, 1:30 AM · USGS 06875900 |
413 cfs | · | -1% | 10.06 ft | · | 1,386 ft |
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Solomon River At Beloit KS
Nov 11, 1:45 AM · USGS 06876000 |
650 cfs | · | -1% | 6.39 ft | 13.6 ft below | 1,361 ft |
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Solomon River Near Minneapolis KS
Nov 11, 1:15 AM · USGS 06876440 |
497 cfs | · | -4% | 4.33 ft | 21.7 ft below | 1,249 ft |
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Solomon River At Niles KS
Nov 11, 1:30 AM · USGS 06876900 |
572 cfs | 619% | -13% | 7.91 ft | 16.1 ft below | 1,176 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 Solomon River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Solomon River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Solomon River
The Solomon River is a 192-mile-long river located in the central region of Kansas, USA. The river is named after Solomon Warner, an early settler in the area. The Solomon River originates in the north-central part of the state and flows south into the Smoky Hill River. The river's watershed is mainly agricultural and covers an area of 3,390 square miles. There are several dams and reservoirs along the river, including the Webster Reservoir and Kirwin Reservoir, which are popular recreational destinations for fishing, boating, and camping. The river is also used for irrigation, and its water is a vital source for agricultural production in the region. The Solomon River has a rich history, and its water has been used for various purposes by Native Americans and early settlers in the area.
Fishing near the Solomon River
About the Solomon River
How is the Solomon River flowing right now?
As of November 11, 2026, the Solomon River is flowing at 650 cfs at Beloit, KS. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 413 to 650 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Solomon River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Solomon River is at 619% 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 Solomon River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Beloit (20.0 ft), Minneapolis (26.0 ft), Niles (24.0 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.