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Saco River Water Level

Live gauge height for Saco River, measured at USGS station Saco River at Camp Ellis near Saco, Maine (12.6 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
-0.18 ft
Updated 14 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-5.01 ft
30-day avg: 4.83 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 3.706.35 ft2026-08-31

Saco River is currently 5.0 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 Saco River (15)

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Saco River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Saco River today?

The USGS gauge for Saco River (Saco River at Camp Ellis near Saco, Maine) currently reads a gauge height of -0.18 feet, 5.0 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Saco River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Saco River is 5.0 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Saco River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 15 boat ramps on Saco River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 432742070225401. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.