Trent River Flow Today
As of October 9, 2026 at 3:45 AM, the Trent River is flowing at 8.2 cfs near Trenton, NC — 21% of normal for the date and up 9% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Trent 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 Trenton, the Trent River is running 8.2 cfs — 21% of normal, up 9% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 21% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 2 runs on the Trent River with a live range are in range, 2 too low.
How the Trent 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
- Trenton21 ft 8.2 cfs21%
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 Trent River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (21%).
Trent River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Trent River Near Trenton NC
Oct 9, 3:45 AM · USGS 02092500 |
8.2 cfs | 21% | +9% | 3.02 ft | 11.0 ft below | 21 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.
Paddle runs on the Trent River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headwaters To 1.24 River Miles Upstream From Us Hwy 17 Bridge Gauge: Trenton |
Too low | 8.2 cfs | 34–343 cfs typical | III–IV |
| West Prong From Sr 1100 To Fs Road 121-2 Gauge: Trenton |
Too low | 8.2 cfs | 34–343 cfs typical | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Trent River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Trent 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).
Trent River
The Trent River is a prominent waterway in Ontario, Canada. It flows for 386 kilometers, starting in the Kawartha Lakes and emptying into Lake Ontario. Historically, the river played a significant role in the early development of Canada, serving as a vital transportation and trade route. Today, it is used for hydroelectric power generation and serves as a water source for agricultural irrigation. It also supports recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Balsam Lake Dam and the Ranney Falls Generating Station Dam. These structures help manage water levels for flood control, hydroelectric power generation, and recreational use. The Trent River is an important natural resource that continues to provide a valuable source of water and energy for Ontario.
Fishing near the Trent River
About the Trent River
How is the Trent River flowing right now?
As of October 9, 2026, the Trent River is flowing at 8.2 cfs near Trenton, NC, about 21% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Trent River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Trent River is at 21% 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 Trent River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Trenton (14.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Trent River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
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.