-90.0 cfs (-0.99%) since yesterday
116.09% of Normal
•
5 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Bighorn River
was last observed at
9,010
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
17,871
acre-ft of water today; about 116%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
7,761 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-06-26 when daily discharge volume was observed at
66,500 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Bighorn R At Worland Wyo
reporting a streamflow rate of 4,350 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Bighorn River Near St. Xavier
with a gauge stage of 61.8 ft.
This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Bighorn River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 4,051 ft, the
Bighorn R At Worland Wyo.
Last Updated
2023-09-21
Streamflow
9,010.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
116.09%
Maximum
66,500.0 cfs
2023-06-26
About the bighorn river
The Bighorn River is a 461-mile long river that flows through Montana and Wyoming. The river has a rich history dating back to the early Native American tribes who used the river for food and transportation. In the early 1800s, fur trappers and explorers traveled up the river, followed by farmers and ranchers who settled in the region. Today, the Bighorn River is important for irrigation, agriculture, and recreation. The river is fed by several reservoirs, including the Yellowtail Dam, which was constructed in the 1960s to provide flood control and hydroelectric power. The Bighorn River is a popular destination for fly fishing, with rainbow and brown trout being the most sought-after species. The river is also popular for rafting and kayaking, with several companies offering guided tours.
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