Big Fork River At Big Falls, Mn Realtime Data
BIG FORK RIVER AT BIG FALLS, MN
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
57
Discharge (cfs)
2.7
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 57 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.68 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 64 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by numerous tributaries, including the Little Fork River and Rice River. There are several dams along the river, including the Big Falls Hydroelectric Dam. The river experiences seasonal flow fluctuations, with peak flows occurring in the spring during snowmelt and precipitation, and low flows in the summer and fall. The Big Fork River is known for its beautiful scenery and recreational opportunities, including fishing, canoeing, and camping. Interesting fact: the Big Fork River is designated as a State Wild and Scenic River, and is home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, smallmouth bass, and northern pike.
August 15, 2026
| Elevation | 1,182.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.68 ft |
| Precipitation, total, in | 0.0 in |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 1148.45 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 57.3 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 30% |
| Year Over Year Average | 197 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 11,200 cfs |
| Geolocation | 48.20, -93.81 |
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