Waimea River Flow Today
As of October 9, 2026 at 9:30 PM, the Waimea River is flowing at 205 cfs near Waimea, HI — 177% of normal for the date. ❤ Favorite
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Waimea 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 Waimea, the Waimea River is running 205 cfs — 177% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 177% of normal).
How the Waimea 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
- Waimea15 ft 205 cfs177%
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 Waimea River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (177%).
Waimea River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Waimea River Near Waimea HI
Oct 9, 9:30 PM · USGS 16031000 |
205 cfs | 177% | · | 7.61 ft | 15 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.
Waimea 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).
Waimea River
The Waimea River is located on the island of Kauai, Hawaii. It is approximately 12 miles long and has a rich history dating back to Hawaiian culture. The river is primarily supplied by rainfall and is known for its hydrology, with the upper reaches of the river being steep and rugged, while the lower reaches are more calm and navigable. There are two main reservoirs on the river: the Puu Lua Reservoir and the Kokee Ditch Reservoir. The Puu Lua Reservoir is used for power generation, while the Kokee Ditch Reservoir is used for irrigation. The river is also used for recreational activities such as kayaking, fishing, and hiking. Additionally, the river is significant for its agricultural use, as it provides water for the Waimea Valley Agriculture Park.
Fishing near the Waimea River
About the Waimea River
How is the Waimea River flowing right now?
As of October 9, 2026, the Waimea River is flowing at 205 cfs near Waimea, HI, about 177% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Waimea River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Waimea River is at 177% 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.