Verde River Flow Today
As of October 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM, the Verde River is flowing at 403 cfs below Tangle Creek, AZ — 249% of normal for the date and down 23% in 24 hours. 6 of 6 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 18 to 403 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Verde 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 Tangle Creek, the Verde River is running 403 cfs — 249% of normal, down 23% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 6 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 104% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Tangle Creek (-23%) and Camp Verde (-16%).
Highest against normal: Tangle Creek at 249%. Lowest: Paulden at 90%.
Paddlers: 2 of 6 runs on the Verde River with a live range are in range, 4 too low.
How the Verde 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
- Paulden4,116 ft 18 cfs90%
- Clarkdale3,517 ft 69 cfs105%
- Camp Verde2,881 ft 158 cfs141%
- Tangle Creek2,026 ft 403 cfs249%
- Bartlett Dam1,586 ft 138 cfs103%
- Scottsdale1,359 ft 106 cfs96%
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 Verde River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (104%).
Verde River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Verde River Near Paulden AZ
Oct 4, 12:15 AM · USGS 09503700 |
18 cfs | 90% | -2% | 2.63 ft | 10.4 ft below | 4,116 ft |
|
Verde River Near Clarkdale AZ
Oct 4, 12:00 AM · USGS 09504000 |
69 cfs | 105% | -1% | 1.86 ft | 10.1 ft below | 3,517 ft |
|
Verde River Near Camp Verde AZ
Oct 4, 12:00 AM · USGS 09506000 |
158 cfs | 141% | -16% | 4.45 ft | · | 2,881 ft |
|
Verde River Below Tangle Creek AZ
Oct 4, 12:00 AM · USGS 09508500 |
403 cfs | 249% | -23% | 7.62 ft | · | 2,026 ft |
|
Verde River Below Bartlett Dam AZ
Oct 4, 12:30 AM · USGS 09510000 |
138 cfs | 103% | 0% | 1.61 ft | · | 1,586 ft |
|
Verde River Near Scottsdale AZ
Oct 4, 12:00 AM · USGS 09511300 |
106 cfs | 96% | 0% | 0.58 ft | · | 1,359 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 Verde River
2 of 6 runs are in range right now. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott National Forest Boundary To North Edge Of Private Land In Sec 33, T17N, R3E, Near Clarkdale Gauge: Camp Verde |
In range | 158 cfs | 150–30,000 cfs | III–IV |
| Red Creek To Southern Border Of Mazatzal Wilderness Gauge: Tangle Creek |
In range | 403 cfs | 200–20,000 cfs | III–IV+ |
| Lower Verde Gauge: Bartlett Dam |
Too low | 138 cfs | 200–20,000 cfs | I TO II |
| Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment Gauge: Scottsdale |
Too low | 106 cfs | 400–2,500 cfs | III–IV |
| Southern Border Of Mazatzal Wilderness To Sheep Creek Bridge Gauge: Tangle Creek |
Too low | 403 cfs | 616–17,602 cfs typical | · |
| White Bridge to Beasley Flat Gauge: Camp Verde |
Too low | 158 cfs | 300–5,000 cfs | II– TO II |
Dams & reservoirs on the Verde River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Verde River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Verde River
The Verde River is a tributary of the Salt River in the US state of Arizona. It is 170 miles long and flows through the Verde Valley, forming a significant part of its hydrology. The river has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back more than 10,000 years. Today, the river is a vital source of water for irrigation, supporting agriculture in the surrounding areas. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, such as the Bartlett Dam, which provides hydroelectric power and water storage. The river is also a popular recreational spot, with activities such as fishing, kayaking, and camping attracting tourists to the area. The Verde River is a significant natural resource for the state of Arizona, providing water and recreation for its residents and visitors.
Fishing near the Verde River
About the Verde River
How is the Verde River flowing right now?
As of October 4, 2026, the Verde River is flowing at 403 cfs below Tangle Creek, AZ, about 249% of normal for the date. Across its 6 USGS gauges, current flows range from 18 to 403 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Verde River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Verde River is at 104% 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 Verde River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Paulden (13.0 ft), Clarkdale (12.0 ft), . The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Verde River runnable for paddling today?
2 of 6 paddle runs are in range right now. 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.