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Niantic River Water Level

Live gauge height for Niantic River, measured at USGS station BRIDE BROOK NR EAST LYME, CT (3.1 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
1.68 ft
Updated 17 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.21 ft
30-day avg: 1.89 ft
Streamflow
2 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 1.702.50 ft2026-09-01

Niantic River is currently 0.2 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 Niantic River (5)

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Niantic River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Niantic River today?

The USGS gauge for Niantic River (BRIDE BROOK NR EAST LYME, CT) currently reads a gauge height of 1.68 feet, 0.2 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Niantic River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Niantic River is 0.2 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Niantic River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 5 boat ramps on Niantic River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 0112779610. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.