Whitewater River Flow Today
As of October 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM, the Whitewater River is flowing at 832 cfs near Alpine, IN — 481% of normal for the date. 9 of 9 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 0 to 832 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Whitewater 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 Alpine, the Whitewater River is running 832 cfs — 481% of normal. Along the river, 4 of 7 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 85% of normal).
Highest against normal: Alpine at 481%. Lowest: Whitewater River A Windy Point Overflow Channel Ca at 0%.
How the Whitewater 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
- Towanda1,242 ft 16 cfs74%
- Economy1,074 ft 0.1 cfs12%
- Whitewater River A Windy Point Overflow Channel Ca1,038 ft 0 cfs0%
- Whitewater River A Windy Point Main Channel Ca1,038 ft 440 cfs288%
- Alpine761 ft 832 cfs481%
- Brookville599 ft 611 cfs265%
- Whitewater River A Rancho Mirage Ca194 ft 0 cfs
- Whitewater River A Indio Ca-2 ft 0 cfs
- Mecca-218 ft 50 cfs85%
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 Whitewater River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (85%).
Whitewater River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Whitewater River At Towanda KS
Oct 11, 2:30 AM · USGS 07147070 |
16 cfs | 74% | 0% | 1.64 ft | 20.4 ft below | 1,242 ft |
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Whitewater River Near Economy IN
Oct 11, 3:45 AM · USGS 03274650 |
0.1 cfs | 12% | -31% | 3.13 ft | · | 1,074 ft |
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Whitewater River A Windy Point Overflow Channel Ca CA
Oct 11, 1:00 AM · USGS 10257549 |
0 cfs | 0% | · | 12.01 ft | · | 1,038 ft |
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Whitewater River A Windy Point Main Channel Ca CA
Oct 11, 12:45 AM · USGS 10257548 |
440 cfs | 288% | +6% | 5.01 ft | · | 1,038 ft |
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Whitewater River Near Alpine IN
Oct 11, 4:00 AM · USGS 03275000 |
832 cfs | 481% | 0% | 6.24 ft | 10.8 ft below | 761 ft |
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Whitewater River At Brookville IN
Oct 11, 3:45 AM · USGS 03276500 |
611 cfs | 265% | +1% | 2.92 ft | 17.1 ft below | 599 ft |
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Whitewater River A Rancho Mirage Ca CA
Oct 11, 12:30 AM · USGS 10259100 |
0 cfs | · | · | 6.36 ft | · | 194 ft |
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Whitewater River A Indio Ca CA
Oct 11, 12:45 AM · USGS 10259300 |
0 cfs | · | · | 6.63 ft | · | -2 ft |
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Whitewater River Near Mecca CA
Oct 11, 1:00 AM · USGS 10259540 |
50 cfs | 85% | +4% | 3.17 ft | · | -218 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.
Whitewater River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Whitewater River
The Whitewater River is a 30-mile-long tributary of the Little Miami River in southwestern Ohio. It is a popular destination for whitewater kayaking and canoeing due to its fast-moving rapids and scenic beauty. The river's name is believed to have originated from the white foam created by the rapids. The river's hydrology is primarily influenced by rainfall and snowmelt. The river flows through several reservoirs, including East Fork Lake and William H. Harsha Lake, which are used for flood control, water supply, and recreational purposes. The river's water is also used for agricultural purposes such as irrigation. The river has a rich history, having played a crucial role in the development of the region's early industries, including mills and factories. Today, the Whitewater River is a popular recreational destination enjoyed by many outdoor enthusiasts.
Fishing near the Whitewater River
About the Whitewater River
How is the Whitewater River flowing right now?
As of October 11, 2026, the Whitewater River is flowing at 832 cfs near Alpine, IN, about 481% of normal for the date. Across its 9 USGS gauges, current flows range from 0 to 832 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Whitewater River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Whitewater River is at 85% 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 Whitewater River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Towanda (22.0 ft), Alpine (17.0 ft), Brookville (20.0 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.