Yellow Bank River Flow Today
As of October 18, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Yellow Bank River is flowing at 141 cfs near Odessa, MN — 247% of normal for the date and down 2% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Yellow Bank 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 Odessa, the Yellow Bank River is running 141 cfs — 247% of normal, down 2% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 247% of normal).
How the Yellow Bank 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
- Odessa955 ft 141 cfs247%
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 Yellow Bank River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (247%).
Yellow Bank River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Yellow Bank River Near Odessa MN
Oct 18, 2:00 AM · USGS 05293000 |
141 cfs | 247% | -2% | 3.39 ft | 955 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.
Yellow Bank River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Yellow Bank River
The Yellow Bank River is a tributary of the Ohio River that runs through Kentucky and Indiana. It is approximately 62 miles long and was once an important transportation route for Native Americans and European settlers. Today, the river is primarily used for recreational purposes, such as fishing and boating.
There are several dams and reservoirs along the Yellow Bank River, including Rough River Lake, Nolin River Lake, and Green River Lake. These reservoirs were created to provide flood control, hydropower, and water supply for agricultural and industrial uses. They also offer opportunities for outdoor recreation, such as camping and swimming.
The hydrology of the Yellow Bank River is influenced by precipitation, water usage, and runoff from surrounding land. Agricultural activity is a major factor in the river's water quality, as runoff from farms and livestock operations can contribute to pollution. Efforts have been made to improve water quality through conservation practices and other measures.
Fishing near the Yellow Bank River
About the Yellow Bank River
How is the Yellow Bank River flowing right now?
As of October 18, 2026, the Yellow Bank River is flowing at 141 cfs near Odessa, MN, about 247% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Yellow Bank River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Yellow Bank River is at 247% 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.
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.