Streamflow discharge was last observed at 43 cfs, and a gauge height of 1.96 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 48 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by several small tributaries, including Beaver Creek and Wolf Creek, and there are no significant dams along its length. In terms of seasonal trends, the river experiences higher flows in the spring due to melting snow and increased rainfall, while flows are generally lower in the summer and fall. Interestingly, the Big Otter River is home to a diverse array of aquatic species, including several species of fish, crayfish, and mussels, making it an important habitat for local wildlife.
| Elevation | 570.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 1.96 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 43.4 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 34% |
| Year Over Year Average | 131 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 17,600 cfs |
| Geolocation | 37.21, -79.30 |