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

The Boyer River is a 76-mile-long tributary of the Missouri River, located in western Iowa. The river was named after the Boyer family, who were early settlers in the area. The Boyer River flows through a predominantly agricultural landscape, and is used for irrigation, livestock watering, and recreation. There are several small dams and reservoirs along the river, including the Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge, which contains a series of impoundments and wetlands used primarily for migratory bird habitat. The river also provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and camping. Agricultural uses of the Boyer River include crop irrigation and grazing. The Boyer River has a long and storied history, and its waters have played an important role in the development of western Iowa.