Yellowstone River At Yellowstone Lk Outlet Ynp Realtime Data
YELLOWSTONE RIVER AT YELLOWSTONE LK OUTLET YNP
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
2,730
Discharge (cfs)
5.0
Gauge Height (ft)
USGS 06186500
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 2,730 cfs, and a gauge height of 4.97 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 2,884 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by numerous tributaries, including the Lamar River and the Gardner River, and its flow is affected by dams such as the Buffalo Bill Dam. Seasonal trends in flow are closely tied to snowmelt and precipitation patterns. Interestingly, the hydrology of the Yellowstone River is also impacted by the geothermal activity in the area, such as hot springs and geysers. Overall, the Yellowstone River is a crucial component of the Yellowstone ecosystem and provides important water resources for the surrounding areas.
July 17, 2026
| Elevation | 7,731.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 4.97 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 2730.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 78% |
| Year Over Year Average | 3,540 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 9,410 cfs |
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