Wallkill River Flow Today
As of September 30, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the Wallkill River is flowing at 1,010 cfs at Gardiner Ny, NY — 833% of normal for the date and up 300% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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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 1,010 cfs — 833% of normal, up 300% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 833% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Gardiner Ny (+300%).
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
- Gardiner Ny177 ft 1,010 cfs833%
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 (833%).
Wallkill River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wallkill River At Gardiner Ny NY
Sep 30, 3:00 AM · USGS 01371500 |
1,010 cfs | 833% | +300% | 3.49 ft | 9.5 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.
Dams & reservoirs on the Wallkill River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and 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).
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.
Fishing near the Wallkill River
About the Wallkill River
How is the Wallkill River flowing right now?
As of September 30, 2026, the Wallkill River is flowing at 1,010 cfs at Gardiner Ny, NY, about 833% 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 833% 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.