White River Flow Today
As of November 10, 2026 at 1:00 AM, the White River is flowing at 7,650 cfs at Newport, AR — 75% of normal for the date and up 6% in 24 hours. 34 of 38 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 4.4 to 7,650 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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White 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 Newport, the White River is running 7,650 cfs — 75% of normal, up 6% since yesterday. Along the river, 29 of 34 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 71% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Kadoka Sd (-23%) and White River (-21%).
Highest against normal: Fort Apache at 452%. Lowest: West Hartford at 28%.
How the White 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
- Soldier Summit7,242 ft 4.7 cfs169%
- Buford6,785 ft 245 cfs91%
- Coal Creek6,421 ft 245 cfs81%
- Meeker6,312 ft 262 cfs83%
- Meeker5,926 ft 317 cfs88%
- Boise Creek5,399 ft 316 cfs79%
- Watson4,956 ft 306 cfs80%
- Fort Apache4,373 ft 199 cfs452%
- Ne-sd State Line3,041 ft 4.4 cfs39%
- Oglala Sd2,880 ft 12 cfs57%
- Interior Sd2,300 ft 22 cfs37%
- Kadoka Sd2,131 ft 35 cfs39%
- White River1,775 ft 87 cfs84%
- Oacoma Sd1,394 ft 331 cfs136%
- Fayetteville1,135 ft 49 cfs55%
- Muncie926 ft 30 cfs56%
- Anderson829 ft 121 cfs93%
- Anderson823 ft 113 cfs69%
- Noblesville768 ft 213 cfs78%
- Nora740 ft 283 cfs69%
- Buckley720 ft 455 cfs30%
- Indianapolis699 ft 357 cfs67%
- Ashland697 ft 207 cfs89%
- Whitehall619 ft 310 cfs74%
- Centerton612 ft 682 cfs79%
- Newberry475 ft 815 cfs51%
- Petersburg421 ft 2,300 cfs62%
- West Hartford374 ft 215 cfs28%
- Norfork353 ft 1,590 cfs36%
- Calico Rock303 ft 4,330 cfs84%
- Newport196 ft 7,650 cfs75%
- Augusta180 ft 6,940 cfs54%
- Georgetown178 ft 7,620 cfs69%
- Devalls Bluff157 ft 6,550 cfs58%
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 White River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (71%).
White River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
White River Below Tabbyune Creek Near Soldier Summit UT
Nov 10, 12:15 AM · USGS 09312600 |
4.7 cfs | 169% | -7% | 3.57 ft | · | 7,242 ft |
|
White River Below North Elk Creek Near Buford CO
Nov 10, 12:30 AM · USGS 09304115 |
245 cfs | 91% | -1% | 2.13 ft | · | 6,785 ft |
|
White River Above Coal Creek CO
Nov 10, 12:15 AM · USGS 09304200 |
245 cfs | 81% | -1% | 1.87 ft | · | 6,421 ft |
|
White River Near Meeker CO
Nov 10, 12:00 AM · USGS 09304500 |
262 cfs | 83% | -1% | 2.51 ft | 4.5 ft below | 6,312 ft |
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White River Below Meeker CO
Nov 10, 12:30 AM · USGS 09304800 |
317 cfs | 88% | -1% | 4.60 ft | · | 5,926 ft |
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White River Below Boise Creek CO
Nov 10, 12:45 AM · USGS 09306290 |
316 cfs | 79% | -1% | 2.72 ft | 5.3 ft below | 5,399 ft |
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White River Near Watson UT
Nov 10, 12:45 AM · USGS 09306500 |
306 cfs | 80% | -3% | 2.00 ft | 8.0 ft below | 4,956 ft |
|
White River Near Fort Apache AZ
Nov 10, 12:30 AM · USGS 09494000 |
199 cfs | 452% | -21% | 3.01 ft | · | 4,373 ft |
|
White River Near Ne-sd State Line SD
Nov 8, 4:45 AM · USGS 06445685 |
4.4 cfs | 39% | -8% | 3.65 ft | 11.4 ft below | 3,041 ft |
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White River Near Oglala Sd SD
Nov 10, 12:00 AM · USGS 06446000 |
12 cfs | 57% | +5% | 6.51 ft | 12.5 ft below | 2,880 ft |
|
White River Near Interior Sd SD
Nov 10, 12:00 AM · USGS 06446500 |
22 cfs | 37% | +5% | 3.60 ft | 10.4 ft below | 2,300 ft |
|
White River Near Kadoka Sd SD
Nov 10, 12:45 AM · USGS 06447000 |
35 cfs | 39% | -23% | 3.96 ft | 11.0 ft below | 2,131 ft |
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White River Near White River SD
Nov 10, 1:00 AM · USGS 06447450 |
87 cfs | 84% | -21% | 3.69 ft | 10.3 ft below | 1,775 ft |
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White River Near Oacoma Sd SD
Nov 10, 1:15 AM · USGS 06452000 |
331 cfs | 136% | -16% | 8.53 ft | 6.5 ft below | 1,394 ft |
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White River Below Clearwater River Near Buckley WA
Last reported Dec 8 · USGS 12097850 |
2,550 cfs | · | · | 48.02 ft | · | 1,155 ft |
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White River Near Fayetteville AR
Nov 10, 1:00 AM · USGS 07048600 |
49 cfs | 55% | -12% | 1.55 ft | · | 1,135 ft |
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White River At Muncie IN
Nov 10, 2:30 AM · USGS 03347000 |
30 cfs | 56% | -17% | 4.05 ft | 5.0 ft below | 926 ft |
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White River At Center Street At Lake Geneva WI
Last reported Nov 18 · USGS 055451345 |
0.1 cfs | · | · | 7.47 ft | · | 869 ft |
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White River At Anderson IN
Nov 10, 2:30 AM · USGS 03348000 |
121 cfs | 93% | +3% | 4.28 ft | 5.7 ft below | 829 ft |
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White River At Raible Avenue At Anderson IN
Nov 10, 2:00 AM · USGS 03348130 |
113 cfs | 69% | +3% | 2.35 ft | 7.7 ft below | 823 ft |
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White River At Noblesville IN
Nov 10, 2:45 AM · USGS 03349000 |
213 cfs | 78% | -1% | 3.78 ft | 10.2 ft below | 768 ft |
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White River Near Nora IN
Nov 10, 2:00 AM · USGS 03351000 |
283 cfs | 69% | -5% | 2.20 ft | 8.8 ft below | 740 ft |
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White River Above Boise Creek At Buckley WA
Nov 9, 11:30 PM · USGS 12099200 |
455 cfs | 30% | -6% | 40.39 ft | · | 720 ft |
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White River At Indianapolis IN
Nov 10, 1:45 AM · USGS 03353000 |
357 cfs | 67% | -5% | 2.55 ft | 13.5 ft below | 699 ft |
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White River Near Ashland WI
Nov 10, 1:35 AM · USGS 04027500 |
207 cfs | 89% | -5% | 0.87 ft | · | 697 ft |
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White River Near Whitehall MI
Nov 10, 2:15 AM · USGS 04122200 |
310 cfs | 74% | -2% | 1.39 ft | 4.6 ft below | 619 ft |
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White River Near Centerton IN
Nov 10, 2:00 AM · USGS 03354000 |
682 cfs | 79% | +2% | 0.68 ft | 11.3 ft below | 612 ft |
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White River At Newberry IN
Nov 10, 2:30 AM · USGS 03360500 |
815 cfs | 51% | -6% | 1.51 ft | 11.5 ft below | 475 ft |
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White River Above Petersburg IN
Last reported Nov 6 · USGS 03373980 |
1,500 cfs | · | · | 3.53 ft | flood 16.0 ft | 421 ft |
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White River At Petersburg IN
Nov 10, 2:45 AM · USGS 03374000 |
2,300 cfs | 62% | +1% | 2.62 ft | 13.4 ft below | 421 ft |
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White River At West Hartford VT
Nov 10, 2:30 AM · USGS 01144000 |
215 cfs | 28% | 0% | 3.08 ft | 14.9 ft below | 374 ft |
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White River Near Norfork AR
Nov 10, 1:30 AM · USGS 07057370 |
1,590 cfs | 36% | -8% | 4.45 ft | · | 353 ft |
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White River At Calico Rock AR
Nov 10, 1:15 AM · USGS 07060500 |
4,330 cfs | 84% | 0% | 3.74 ft | 15.3 ft below | 303 ft |
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White River At Batesville AR
Last reported May 30 · USGS 07061000 |
38,000 cfs | · | · | 6.33 ft | flood 15.0 ft | 262 ft |
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White River At Newport AR
Nov 10, 1:00 AM · USGS 07074500 |
7,650 cfs | 75% | +6% | 2.50 ft | 23.5 ft below | 196 ft |
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White River Near Augusta AR
Nov 9, 6:00 PM · USGS 07074850 |
6,940 cfs | 54% | -2% | 12.65 ft | 13.4 ft below | 180 ft |
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White River At Georgetown AR
Nov 10, 1:00 AM · USGS 07076750 |
7,620 cfs | 69% | 0% | 0.12 ft | 20.9 ft below | 178 ft |
|
White River At Devalls Bluff AR
Nov 10, 1:00 AM · USGS 07077000 |
6,550 cfs | 58% | +6% | 1.24 ft | · | 157 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.
Paddle runs on the White River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Source Above Fr 55 To Proclamation Boundary (Stony Brook) Gauge: West Hartford |
No live range | 215 cfs | 22–111 cfs typical | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the White River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
White River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
White River
The White River is a 720-mile-long river in the United States, originating in the Boston Mountains of Arkansas and flowing through Missouri and into the Mississippi River. Historically, the river was important for transportation, serving as a major route for steamboats in the 19th century. Today, it is primarily used for recreational purposes, including fishing, boating, and camping. The river is also an important source of hydroelectric power, with several dams and reservoirs along its course, including the Bull Shoals Dam and Table Rock Lake. These reservoirs not only generate electricity but also provide flood control, navigation, and irrigation for agriculture. Despite its importance to the region, the White River faces challenges from pollution and environmental degradation.
About the White River
How is the White River flowing right now?
As of November 10, 2026, the White River is flowing at 7,650 cfs at Newport, AR, about 75% of normal for the date. Across its 38 USGS gauges, current flows range from 4.4 to 7,650 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the White River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the White River is at 71% 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 White River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Meeker (7.0 ft), Boise Creek (8.0 ft), Watson (10.0 ft), Ne-sd State Line (15.0 ft), Oglala Sd (19.0 ft), Interior Sd (14.0 ft), Kadoka Sd (15.0 ft), White River (14.0 ft), Oacoma Sd (15.0 ft), Muncie (9.0 ft), Anderson (10.0 ft), Anderson (10.0 ft), Noblesville (14.0 ft), Nora (11.0 ft), Indianapolis (16.0 ft), Whitehall (6.0 ft), Centerton (12.0 ft), Newberry (13.0 ft), Petersburg (16.0 ft), Petersburg (16.0 ft), West Hartford (18.0 ft), Calico Rock (19.0 ft), Batesville (15.0 ft), Newport (26.0 ft), Augusta (26.0 ft), Georgetown (21.0 ft), . The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the White River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
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.