Spokane River Flow Today
As of October 14, 2026 at 12:15 AM, the Spokane River is flowing at 1,550 cfs at Spokane, WA — 74% of normal for the date and down 3% in 24 hours. 4 of 4 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 1,150 to 1,550 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Spokane 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 Spokane, the Spokane River is running 1,550 cfs — 74% of normal, down 3% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 4 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 77% of normal).
Highest against normal: Coeur D Alene Id at 112%. Lowest: Spokane at 69%.
How the Spokane 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
- Coeur D Alene Id2,119 ft 1,540 cfs112%
- Post Falls Id2,082 ft 1,150 cfs80%
- Spokane1,718 ft 1,270 cfs69%
- Spokane1,540 ft 1,550 cfs74%
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 Spokane River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (77%).
Spokane River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Spokane River Below Blackwell Near Coeur D Alene Id ID
Oct 14, 12:06 AM · USGS 12417650 |
1,540 cfs | 112% | +8% | 27.12 ft | · | 2,119 ft |
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Spokane River Near Post Falls Id ID
Oct 14, 12:30 AM · USGS 12419000 |
1,150 cfs | 80% | +1% | 6.75 ft | · | 2,082 ft |
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Spokane River At Spokane WA
Oct 14, 1:00 AM · USGS 12422500 |
1,270 cfs | 69% | -9% | 17.73 ft | 9.3 ft below | 1,718 ft |
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Spokane River Below Nine Mile Dam At Spokane WA
Oct 14, 12:15 AM · USGS 12426000 |
1,550 cfs | 74% | -3% | 5.71 ft | · | 1,540 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 Spokane River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Spokane River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Spokane River
The Spokane River is a 111-mile long river located in eastern Washington and northern Idaho. It has played a significant role in the history of the region, serving as a transportation route for Native American tribes and European settlers. The river originates at Lake Coeur d'Alene and flows westward through Spokane, ultimately joining the Columbia River. The Spokane River is heavily regulated through several hydroelectric dams and reservoirs, including Long Lake, Lake Spokane, and Little Falls Dam. These dams provide hydroelectric power while also regulating water levels for agricultural uses and recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Despite these uses, the Spokane River has faced environmental challenges such as pollution and habitat degradation in recent years, leading to conservation efforts to restore its health.
About the Spokane River
How is the Spokane River flowing right now?
As of October 14, 2026, the Spokane River is flowing at 1,550 cfs at Spokane, WA, about 74% of normal for the date. Across its 4 USGS gauges, current flows range from 1,150 to 1,550 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Spokane River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Spokane River is at 77% 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 Spokane River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Spokane (27.0 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.