-48.0 cfs (-3.68%) since yesterday
145.58% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Gallatin River
was last observed at
1,257
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
2,493
acre-ft of water today; about 146%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
863 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2022-06-14 when daily discharge volume was observed at
16,110 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Gallatin River At Logan Mt
reporting a streamflow rate of 732 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Gallatin River, with a gauge stage of
4.77 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Gallatin River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 5,189 ft, the
Gallatin River Near Gallatin Gateway Mt.
Last Updated
2023-09-27
Streamflow
1,257.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
145.58%
Maximum
16,110.0 cfs
2022-06-14
About the gallatin river
The Gallatin River is a 120-mile-long tributary of the Missouri River located in the U.S. states of Wyoming and Montana. It was named after Albert Gallatin, a former U.S. Treasury Secretary. The river flows through rugged mountain terrain and is a popular destination for fly fishing, rafting, and kayaking. The river's hydrology is influenced by several reservoirs, including the Hebgen Lake Dam and the Ennis Dam, which regulate water flow and provide hydroelectric power. The Gallatin River has also played a significant role in the region's agricultural development, providing irrigation water for crops such as hay and grain. In recent years, concerns have been raised about the impact of recreational use on the river's ecosystem, prompting efforts to protect and conserve its natural resources.