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Wallkill River Flow Today

As of November 12, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Wallkill River is flowing at 107 cfs at Gardiner Ny, NY — 69% of normal for the date and up 21% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite

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1 1 reporting · upstream → down
Wallkill River At Gardiner Ny: 69% of normal
Typical gauge
69% of normal for the date
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107cfs Gardiner Ny
Updated
Nov 12, 3:00 AM
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River briefing · Nov 12, 2026

Wallkill 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 Gardiner Ny, the Wallkill River is running 107 cfs — 69% of normal, up 21% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 69% of normal).

In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Gardiner Ny (+21%).

Headwaters to mouth

How the Wallkill 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. Gardiner Ny177 ft 107 cfs69%

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 Wallkill River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (69%).

Typical gauge 69%
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Wallkill River flow report

1 gauge
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height To flood stage Elevation
Wallkill River At Gardiner Ny NY
Nov 12, 3:00 AM · USGS 01371500
107 cfs 69% +21% 2.01 ft 11.0 ft below 177 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 Wallkill River

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

History

Wallkill 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

Wallkill River

The Wallkill River flows through New York and New Jersey and is approximately 88 miles long. Historically, it played a significant role in the development of the region, powering mills and factories. Today, the river is managed for flood control and is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge, which provides habitat for over 250 bird species. The Wallkill River also supplies water to nearby communities, including the city of Middletown. Additionally, the river is a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The Wallkill Valley Rail Trail runs along the river and offers scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Agriculture is also an important use of the river, with many farms located in the Wallkill Valley.

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FAQ

About the Wallkill River

How is the Wallkill River flowing right now?

As of November 12, 2026, the Wallkill River is flowing at 107 cfs at Gardiner Ny, NY, about 69% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.

Is the Wallkill River running high or low?

The typical gauge on the Wallkill River is at 69% 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 Wallkill River?

The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Gardiner Ny (13.0 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.

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