-14.0 cfs (-4.65%) since yesterday
19.33% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Musselshell River
was last observed at
287
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
569
acre-ft of water today; about 19%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,485 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2011-06-10 when daily discharge volume was observed at
51,070 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Musselshell River At Harlowton Mt
reporting a streamflow rate of 156 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Musselshell River, with a gauge stage of
3.36 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 6 different streamgauging stations along the Musselshell River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 4,668 ft, the
Musselshell River Nr Martinsdale.
Last Updated
2024-05-03
Streamflow
287.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
19.33%
Maximum
51,070.0 cfs
2011-06-10
About the musselshell river
The Musselshell River is a tributary of the Missouri River that runs through Montana. It has a length of approximately 360 miles, originating in the Crazy Mountains and flowing eastward until it reaches the Missouri River. The river has a rich history, with evidence of Native American settlements dating back thousands of years. Today, the Musselshell River is an important source of irrigation for agricultural purposes, and several reservoirs and dams have been constructed along its course, including the Yellowtail Dam and the Fort Peck Dam. These dams provide hydroelectric power and control flooding along the river. Recreational activities, such as fishing, hunting, and camping, are popular along the Musselshell River, making it an important part of Montana's outdoor recreation economy.
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