MONTANA FLOW REPORT

Last Updated: February 15, 2026

Streamflow levels across Montana are currently 93.0% of normal, with the Clark Fork Near Plains Mt reporting the highest discharge in the state with 18200cfs and gauge stage of 6.27 ft. Meanwhile, the Missouri River Near Landusky Mt is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 92.39% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 9100cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Bighorn River Near St. Xavier, currently reporting a stage of 60.16ft. The Marias River Near Shelby Mt in the Marias watershed is surging for this time of year at 4790cfs, about 156.32% of normal.

       




       

Winter Storm Warnings

February 15 2026

Residents in parts of Montana should brace for winter weather as a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until February 15 at 11:00 AM MST. The National Weather Service in Missoula warns of snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches at Lookout Pass, and up to 2 inches in valley areas, including regions along Highway 200 from Thompson Falls to Plains and Trout Creek to Heron, as well as I-90 from Lookout Pass to Haugan. Motorists should be prepared for hazardous driving conditions and consider postponing non-essential travel. Those in affected areas, including larger communities near these highways, should exercise caution, prepare for possible disruptions, and stay tuned to local updates on the evolving situation.


Rafting & Kayaking

River Run Status Streamflow (CFS) Air Temp (F)
Alberton Gorge (St. John to Forrest Grove)
Class III to IV
33.44
Bear Creek to Essex
Class II to III+
RUNNABLE 445 55
Beartrap Canyon - Madison Dam to Route 84
Class III to IV
RUNNABLE 1030 46
Bible Run
Class III to IV
RUNNABLE 529 54
Big Creek to Glacier Rim
Class III- to III
RUNNABLE 1380 47
Border to Polebridge
Class II to II+
TOO LOW 432 45
Camp Baker to Eden Bridge
Class II to II+
RUNNABLE 1970 41
Essex to Moccasin Creek
Class II+
RUNNABLE 1290 49
Gardiner Town Run
Class III- to III+
RUNNABLE 1080 43
Glacier RIm to Blankenship Bridge and Confluence
Class II
RUNNABLE 4590 49
Missoula Town Run
Class II to II+
RUNNABLE 958 49
Moccasin Creek to West Glacier (John Stevens Canyon)
Class II+ to III+
RUNNABLE 4310 53
Moose to Storm Castle
Class III+ to IV+
RUNNABLE 308 51
Polebridge to Big Creek
Class II to III-
RUNNABLE 4590 49
Schafer Meadows to Bear Creek (Upper)
Class III+ to IV+
RUNNABLE 4310 53
West Glacier to Blankenship Bridge
Class II+ to III
RUNNABLE 4310 53
Yankee Jim Canyon (Joe Brown to Miner)
Class III to III+
RUNNABLE 1080 43
       
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