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NORTH DAKOTA FLOW REPORT

March 24 2025
       
       


Streamflow levels across North Dakota are currently 43.0% of normal, with the Missouri River At Bismarck reporting the highest discharge in the state with 17600cfs and gauge stage of 5.09 ft. Meanwhile, the Red River Of The North Near Thompson is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 190.08% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 3510cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Edmore Coulee Nr Edmore, currently reporting a stage of 83.11ft. The Souris River Nr Bantry in the Lower Souris watershed is surging for this time of year at 387cfs, about 590.48% of normal.

About North Dakota


North Dakota is situated in the northern Great Plains, with a predominantly continental climate characterized by cold winters and warm summers. The Missouri River is the largest river flow in the state, with a variety of tributaries, reservoirs, and dams that help provide hydroelectric power, irrigation, and flood control. Other major surface flows in North Dakota include the Red River of the North, the Souris River, and the Devils Lake Basin. Snowpack and precipitation play a significant role in the state's hydrology, with the western portions of North Dakota receiving more precipitation than the east. Watershed management is important in North Dakota to help maintain water quality and quantity for agricultural, industrial, and domestic use.

Streamflow Distribution