Summary
Total streamflow across the
Solomon River
was last observed at
311
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
616
acre-ft of water today; about 147%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
211 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2025-09-12 when daily discharge volume was observed at
6,099 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Solomon R At Niles
reporting a streamflow rate of 227 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Solomon R Nr Glen Elder
with a gauge stage of 7.37 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Solomon River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,386 ft, the
Solomon R Nr Glen Elder.
River Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-04 |
| Discharge Volume | 616 ACRE-FT |
| Streamflow |
310.6 cfs
-60.3 cfs (-16.26%) |
| Percent of Normal | 147.17% |
| Maximum |
6,099.4 cfs
2025-09-12 |
| Seasonal Avg | cfs |
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Solomon R Nr Glen Elder
USGS 06875900 |
13 cfs | 7.37 ft | -8.84 | |||||
|
Solomon R At Beloit
USGS 06876000 |
28 cfs | 2.77 ft | -37.95 | |||||
|
Solomon R Nr Minneapolis
USGS 06876440 |
42 cfs | 2.33 ft | 0 | |||||
|
Solomon R At Niles
USGS 06876900 |
227 cfs | 5.36 ft | -15.61 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
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.