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Sprague River Flow Today

As of October 9, 2026 at 12:30 AM, the Sprague River is flowing at 179 cfs near Chiloquin, OR — 92% of normal for the date and down 2% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite

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Sprague River Near Chiloquin: 92% of normal
Typical gauge
92% of normal for the date
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179cfs Chiloquin
Updated
Oct 9, 12:30 AM
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River briefing · Oct 9, 2026

Sprague 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 Chiloquin, the Sprague River is running 179 cfs — 92% of normal, down 2% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 92% of normal).

Headwaters to mouth

How the Sprague 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

  1. Chiloquin4,208 ft 179 cfs92%

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 Sprague River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (92%).

Typical gauge 92%
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Sprague River flow report

1 gauge
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height Elevation
Sprague River Near Chiloquin OR
Oct 9, 12:30 AM · USGS 11501000
179 cfs 92% -2% 1.48 ft 4,208 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.

Upstream storage

Dams & reservoirs on the Sprague River

Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.

History

Sprague River streamflow over time

Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).

About this river

Sprague River

The Sprague River is a tributary of the Williamson River, located in southern Oregon. The river spans approximately 75 miles and was once a vital fishing and hunting ground for the Klamath Tribe. In the 1900s, the river was used for irrigation and hydroelectric power, leading to the construction of several dams and reservoirs, including the Chiloquin Dam and Agency Reservoir. These projects caused significant ecological damage, leading to a decline in the river's fish populations. Today, the Sprague River is primarily used for irrigation and supports agricultural activities such as hay and cattle farming. Recreational activities, such as fishing and boating, are also popular in the area. Despite the challenges faced by the river, efforts are being made to restore the ecosystem and protect the river's natural resources.

Around the river

Fishing near the Sprague River

FAQ

About the Sprague River

How is the Sprague River flowing right now?

As of October 9, 2026, the Sprague River is flowing at 179 cfs near Chiloquin, OR, about 92% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.

Is the Sprague River running high or low?

The typical gauge on the Sprague River is at 92% 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.

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.

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