Westfield River Flow Today
As of October 6, 2026 at 3:15 AM, the Westfield River is flowing at 261 cfs near Westfield, MA — 95% of normal for the date and down 10% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 81 to 261 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Westfield 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 Westfield, the Westfield River is running 261 cfs — 95% of normal, down 10% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 74% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Knightville (-15%) and Westfield (-10%).
How the Westfield 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
- Knightville464 ft 81 cfs54%
- Westfield140 ft 261 cfs95%
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 Westfield River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (74%).
Westfield River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Westfield River At Knightville MA
Oct 6, 3:30 AM · USGS 01179500 |
81 cfs | 54% | -15% | 2.90 ft | · | 464 ft |
|
Westfield River Near Westfield MA
Oct 6, 3:15 AM · USGS 01183500 |
261 cfs | 95% | -10% | 3.41 ft | 9.6 ft below | 140 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 Westfield River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Westfield River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Westfield River
The Westfield River is a 78-mile long river located in western Massachusetts. It is a tributary of the Connecticut River and has a rich history dating back to pre-colonial times. The river is fed by several small streams and tributaries, and its hydrology is influenced by numerous reservoirs and dams. Some of the most notable dams include Knightville Dam, Littleville Lake, and West Branch Reservoir. These reservoirs provide drinking water to nearby communities and also serve as recreational areas for fishing, boating, and swimming. The Westfield River is also an important resource for agriculture, providing irrigation water for fields and crops. Despite being impacted by pollution and development over the years, the river remains an important natural resource for the region.
Fishing near the Westfield River
About the Westfield River
How is the Westfield River flowing right now?
As of October 6, 2026, the Westfield River is flowing at 261 cfs near Westfield, MA, about 95% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 81 to 261 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Westfield River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Westfield River is at 74% 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 Westfield River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Westfield (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.