BLACK RIVER AT WATERTOWN NY

1430.0 CFS — normal

BLACK RIVER AT WATERTOWN NY is currently flowing at 1430.0 cubic feet per second, which is normal for this time of year. Over the past week, flow has risen, from 1140 CFS to 1430 CFS. The typical flow for this time of year is approximately 1650 CFS.

NOAA forecasts suggest flow may reach approximately 1070 CFS in the coming days.

New York State is home to thousands of miles of rivers and streams, fed by the Adirondack and Catskill mountains, the Great Lakes basin, and countless smaller watersheds across the state. These waterways support fishing, paddling, and recreation for millions of visitors each year, with flow conditions that shift throughout the seasons based on snowmelt, rainfall, and reservoir management.

Nearby Gauges

• SANDY CREEK NEAR ADAMS NY — 171.0 CFS, 14 miles away
• BEAVER RIVER AT CROGHAN NY — 596.0 CFS, 27 miles away
• NORTH BRANCH SALMON RIVER AT REDFIELD NY — 76.6 CFS, 31 miles away
• SALMON RIVER AT PINEVILLE NY — 264.0 CFS, 32 miles away
• WEST BRANCH OSWEGATCHIE RIVER NEAR HARRISVILLE NY — 106.0 CFS, 33 miles away

Data provided by USGS and NOAA. Not for navigation or safety decisions.