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Flambeau River River Levels

Last Updated: December 17, 2025

The Flambeau River in Wisconsin has a rich history, having been used by the Ojibwe tribe for fishing, hunting, and transportation.


Summary

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

       
River Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Flambeau River Near Bruce
USGS 05360500
742 cfs 5.3 ft -1.59
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile

The Flambeau River is a tributary of the Chippewa River in northern Wisconsin, United States. The Chippewa is in turn a tributary of the upper Mississippi River. The Flambeau drains an area of 1,860 square miles (4,800 km2) and descends from an elevation of approximately 1,570 feet (480 m) to 1,060 feet (320 m) above sea level. The Flambeau is an important recreational destination in the region. It is notable among canoeists in the Midwest for outstanding canoe camping, including excellent scenery, fishing and whitewater. The river and its forks have a variety of possible trip lengths from short day outings, to overnight camping, to voyages of a week or more.