Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Birch River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Birch River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .

The Birch River flows through northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan, Canada, and is approximately 550 km in length. It was historically used by Indigenous peoples for transportation and fishing. There are several dams and reservoirs on the Birch River, including the E.B. Campbell Dam, which was built in the 1960s for flood control and hydroelectric power generation. Several other small reservoirs were also constructed for agricultural and recreational uses. The Birch River is popular for canoeing and fishing, with walleye, northern pike, and whitefish being common catches. The river also supports agricultural activities, with crops such as wheat, barley, and canola being grown in the surrounding areas.