Yantic River River Levels

Last Updated: December 4, 2025

The Yantic River is a 21-mile long river in eastern Connecticut that flows through several towns including Norwich, Bozrah, and Sprague.


Summary

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Yantic River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Yantic River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .

       
River Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Yantic River At Yantic
USGS 01127500
226 cfs 2.83 ft -27.8
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile

The Yantic River forms at the confluence of the Deep River, Sherman Brook, and Exeter Brook about 4 miles (6.4 km) east of Colchester, Connecticut. It runs for 14.2 miles (22.9 km) and flows into the Shetucket River in Norwich, forming the Thames River. The Yantic River is a popular whitewater paddling destination with a mix of quickwater and Class I-III whitewater. It passes through the towns of Lebanon, Bozrah, and Norwich.