Spicket River Flow Today
As of October 8, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Spicket River is flowing at 17 cfs near Methuen, NH — 380% of normal for the date and up 581% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 0.4 to 17 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Spicket 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 Methuen, the Spicket River is running 17 cfs — 380% of normal, up 581% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 205% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Methuen (+581%).
How the Spicket 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
- North Salem194 ft 0.4 cfs29%
- Methuen109 ft 17 cfs380%
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 Spicket River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (205%).
Spicket River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Spicket River At North Salem NH
Oct 8, 3:30 AM · USGS 01100505 |
0.4 cfs | 29% | -6% | 2.01 ft | · | 194 ft |
|
Spicket River Near Methuen NH
Oct 8, 3:15 AM · USGS 01100561 |
17 cfs | 380% | +581% | 3.66 ft | 4.3 ft below | 109 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 Spicket River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Spicket River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Spicket River
The Spicket River is a tributary to the Merrimack River that flows through northeastern Massachusetts. The river is approximately 17 miles long, and its source is located near the town of Salem, New Hampshire. The river has a rich history, with evidence of Native American settlements in the area dating back to the 1600s. The river's hydrology has been altered over time due to the construction of several reservoirs and dams along its course, including the Methuen Reservoir and the Rogers Reservoir. These reservoirs provide drinking water for several surrounding communities. The Spicket River also has recreational uses, including fishing and kayaking, and is an important water source for agriculture in the region.
About the Spicket River
How is the Spicket River flowing right now?
As of October 8, 2026, the Spicket River is flowing at 17 cfs near Methuen, NH, about 380% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 0.4 to 17 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Spicket River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Spicket River is at 205% 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 Spicket River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Methuen (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.