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Housatonic River Water Level

Live gauge height for Housatonic River, measured at USGS station SHEPAUG RIVER AT PETERS DAM AT WOODVILLE, CT (5.0 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
1.82 ft
Updated 54 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.26 ft
30-day avg: 2.08 ft
Streamflow
21 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 1.813.60 ft2026-09-01

Housatonic River is currently 0.3 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Housatonic River (12)

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Housatonic River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Housatonic River today?

The USGS gauge for Housatonic River (SHEPAUG RIVER AT PETERS DAM AT WOODVILLE, CT) currently reads a gauge height of 1.82 feet, 0.3 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Housatonic River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Housatonic River is 0.3 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Housatonic River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 12 boat ramps on Housatonic River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 01202501. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.