Yellow Creek Flow Today
As of November 12, 2026 at 12:15 AM, Yellow Creek is flowing at 0.9 cfs near White River, CO — 100% of normal for the date. ❤ Favorite
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Yellow Creek 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 White River, Yellow Creek is running 0.9 cfs — 100% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are near normal (the typical gauge is at 100% of normal).
How the Yellow Creek 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
- White River5,535 ft 0.9 cfs100%
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 Creek streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (100%).
Yellow Creek flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Yellow Creek Near White River CO
Nov 12, 12:15 AM · USGS 09306255 |
0.9 cfs | 100% | 0% | 4.87 ft | 5,535 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 Yellow Creek
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Yellow Creek 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 Creek
Yellow Creek is a 109-mile-long tributary of the Tennessee River located in northern Alabama and southern Tennessee. The creek has a rich history, as it was a crucial transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers. Yellow Creek is fed by numerous streams and tributaries, making it a significant contributor to the Tennessee River's hydrology. The creek is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Yellow Creek Dam and Pickwick Landing Dam. These dams provide important hydroelectric power and flood control measures. Additionally, Yellow Creek and its reservoirs offer opportunities for various recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, and camping. The surrounding agricultural communities rely on the creek for irrigation purposes, making it a vital resource for the region.
About the Yellow Creek
How is the Yellow Creek flowing right now?
As of November 12, 2026, Yellow Creek is flowing at 0.9 cfs near White River, CO, about 100% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Yellow Creek running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Yellow Creek is at 100% 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.