What is the current flow on Eau Claire River?

Eau Claire River was running 98 cubic feet per second as of Aug 1, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC, measured at USGS gauge 05397500. This is a build-time snapshot rather than a live reading — check the USGS gauge directly before relying on it.

Does Eau Claire River hold wild trout?

Yes. The state classifies Eau Claire River as Class II (some natural reproduction) across 12.93 miles of stream. That classification means natural reproduction, not stocking. Source: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.

Eau Claire River

Wisconsin. Classified Class II (some natural reproduction) by the state across 12.93 miles. Running 98 cfs as of Aug 1, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC.

Latest Reading

cubic feet / second

USGS gauge

Flow measured Aug 1, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC at gauge 05397500. These are build-time snapshots, not a live feed — check the USGS gauge before relying on them.

State Trout Classification

Classification	Class II (some natural reproduction)
Classified length	12.93 miles

Source: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.

USGS Gauges on Eau Claire River

Gauge	Station	Water temp?
05397500	EAU CLAIRE RIVER AT KELLY, WI	—

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Conditions: USGS NWIS (public domain). Classification: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.