West Nishnabotna River Flow Today
As of October 5, 2026 at 3:00 AM, the West Nishnabotna River is flowing at 3,210 cfs at Randolph, IA — 637% of normal for the date and down 17% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 1,630 to 3,210 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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West Nishnabotna 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 Randolph, the West Nishnabotna River is running 3,210 cfs — 637% of normal, down 17% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 765% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Hancock (-19%) and Randolph (-17%).
How the West Nishnabotna 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
- Hancock1,089 ft 1,630 cfs893%
- Randolph956 ft 3,210 cfs637%
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 West Nishnabotna River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (765%).
West Nishnabotna River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
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West Nishnabotna River At Hancock IA
Oct 5, 3:00 AM · USGS 06807410 |
1,630 cfs | 893% | -19% | 5.76 ft | 8.2 ft below | 1,089 ft |
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West Nishnabotna River At Randolph IA
Oct 5, 3:00 AM · USGS 06808500 |
3,210 cfs | 637% | -17% | 12.18 ft | 6.8 ft below | 956 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 West Nishnabotna River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
West Nishnabotna River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
West Nishnabotna River
The West Nishnabotna River is a tributary of the Nishnabotna River, located in Iowa and Missouri, USA. The river has a length of 92 miles and is named after the Nishnabotna Native American tribe. The river's hydrology is largely influenced by precipitation and agricultural practices in the region. There are several small reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Lenox Reservoir, which was built in the 1940s for flood control and irrigation. The river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and camping. Its watershed is also vital for agricultural purposes, providing water for crops and livestock. However, the river has had issues with water quality due to agricultural runoff and erosion. Conservation efforts have been implemented to improve the health of the West Nishnabotna River.
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About the West Nishnabotna River
How is the West Nishnabotna River flowing right now?
As of October 5, 2026, the West Nishnabotna River is flowing at 3,210 cfs at Randolph, IA, about 637% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 1,630 to 3,210 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the West Nishnabotna River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the West Nishnabotna River is at 765% 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 West Nishnabotna River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Hancock (14.0 ft), Randolph (19.0 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.