* WHAT...Heat index values up to 100.
* WHERE...Edmunds, Faulk, McPherson, Brown, and Spink Counties.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Heat Advisory
Until 2026-07-16T12:15:00-05:00
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National Weather Service
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 100.
* WHERE...Edmunds, Faulk, McPherson, Brown, and Spink Counties.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
JAMES RIVER AT ND-SD STATE LINE
Realtime Data
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Report
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Conditions
324
Discharge (cfs)
88.8
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 325 cfs, and a gauge height of 88.75 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 324 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Pipestem Creek and the White Stone Creek. The river also flows through several dams, including the Jamestown Dam and the Oahe Dam. Seasonally, the river experiences major flooding during the spring and summer months due to heavy rainfall. Interestingly, the river is popular for canoeing, fishing, and kayaking, with its calm waters and beautiful scenery making it a popular recreational spot for students and tourists alike. Its aquifer also provides a source of drinking water to the surrounding communities.
July 16, 2026
Elevation
1,290.0 ft
Last Updated
Gage height, ft
88.75 ft
Streamflow, ft³/s
325.0 ft3/s
Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft