Rhode Island
Beaver River near Usquepaug
Current River Rating
Poor · 37
Conditions are unfavorable based on the available readings.
Scores are model-specific and are not directly comparable across water types.
Partial water evidence · Low confidence
Should I Go?
Wait
Limited opportunity
Timing Outlook
No reliable fishing window is recommended while current river conditions remain Poor.
Why
- Very clear skies may make trout more cautious in shallow water.
- Water temperature is unavailable.
Favorable Factors
- Recent precipitation has been light.
- Light wind should make casting and boat control easier.
Cautions
- Recent observed air temperature suggests unfavorable river water temperature for trout. Verify with a stream thermometer; this is not a measured water temperature.
Current Readings
- Flow
- 8.48 CFS
- Gage Height
- 0.46 ft
- Water Temperature
- Not available
- Observation Time
- Sep 5, 2026, 6:45 AM
Updated recently · USGS station 01117468 · Direct monitoring location
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Weather Near Gauge
Current Weather
Clear
Temperature
67°F
Feels like
68°F
Wind
4 mph NW
Wind gust
9 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Sep 5, 2026, 1:15 AM
Recent Rainfall
Estimated precipitation near this gauge
Last 6 hours
0.00 in
Last 24 hours
0.03 in
Last 48 hours
0.66 in
Little recent rainfall near this river.
Next 24 Hours
Sat 4 AM
Clear
Temp 65°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Sat 8 AM
Clear
Temp 68°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 6 mph
Sat 12 PM
Mostly clear
Temp 75°F
Chance 2%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 7 mph
Sat 4 PM
Rain
Temp 70°F
Chance 36%
Precip 0.06 in
Wind 1 mph
Sat 8 PM
Overcast
Temp 65°F
Chance 10%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 8 mph
Sun 12 AM
Overcast
Temp 63°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 4 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Sat, Sep 5
Rain
High 76°F / Low 63°F
Chance 36%
Precip 0.06 in
Max gust 19 mph
Sun, Sep 6
Overcast
High 71°F / Low 57°F
Chance 20%
Precip 0.01 in
Max gust 21 mph
Mon, Sep 7
Overcast
High 79°F / Low 51°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 15 mph
Tue, Sep 8
Overcast
High 83°F / Low 60°F
Chance 1%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 21 mph
Weather and rainfall are estimated for this river's coordinates. Local conditions can vary, especially in mountainous terrain and during isolated storms.
Recent rainfall can influence river flow, but the timing and magnitude depend on watershed size, soil conditions, upstream reservoirs, and dam releases.
Weather data: Open-Meteo
Historical Flow
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Fishing Overview
USGS streamgage BEAVER RIVER NEAR USQUEPAUG, RI (01117468). Coordinates are the USGS monitoring-location point. App-supported continuous parameters currently available: streamflow (00060) and gage height (00065). No live water-temperature series at this site. RI DEM lists Beaver River (Richmond) among designated trout waters and designates a catch-and-release artificial-lure section from the Pawcatuck confluence upstream to New London Turnpike.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at Beaver River.
Species images are AI-generated illustrations for visual reference and may simplify natural variation. Fishery records are based on the cited agency sources. About fish illustrations
Fishery overview
Beaver River near Usquepaug in Richmond, a RI DEM designated trout water with a posted catch-and-release artificial-lure section toward the Pawcatuck confluence. USGS gage 01117468 provides live streamflow and stage.
Target species
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
RI DEM lists Beaver River (Richmond) among designated trout waters and designates a catch-and-release artificial-lure section; brown trout are a primary managed trout target.
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
RI DEM Beaver River designated trout-water stocking includes rainbow trout.
Brook Trout
Salvelinus fontinalis
- Expectation
- Common
- Population
- Stocked
- Native status
- native
- Confidence
- Medium confidence
RI DEM Beaver River designated trout management includes brook trout among stocked trout.
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Stocked
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Natural flow
Small southwestern Rhode Island freestone tributary of the Pawcatuck with designated trout-water and special catch-and-release habitat.
Best seasons
- Spring
- Fall
Common techniques
- Dry flies
- Fly fishing
- Nymphing
- Spinning
Access and Public Fishing Rights
Public corridor access exists near Usquepaug/Richmond; confirm current access on official RI DEM resources. Catalog coordinates are the USGS gage point.
Stocking information
RI DEM stocks Beaver River as a designated trout water. Confirm current stockings on the official Designated Trout Waters page.
- Stocked
Brown Trout
Stocked · Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
- Stocked
Rainbow Trout
Stocked · Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
- Stocked
Brook Trout
Stocked · Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
Official sources
Regulations can change. Catch-and-release artificial-lure rules apply only on the posted Beaver River section; verify the current official RI DEM freshwater fishing guide.
Hatch Match
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Location and Access
USGS monitoring location
Washington, Rhode Island
The map marker represents the cataloged waterbody or monitoring location and may not indicate legal parking or public access. Confirm access through the official information before visiting.
River Details
County
Washington
Management Category
Trout stream
Regulation Scope
Beaver River near Usquepaug (including designated catch-and-release reaches)
Regulation Summary
Rhode Island freshwater fishing regulations apply. Beaver River is a designated trout water with a posted catch-and-release artificial-lure section near the Pawcatuck confluence. Confirm current seasons and methods on the official RI DEM freshwater fishing pages.
Target Species
Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout
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