-610.0 cfs (-11.25%) since yesterday
145.78% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Jefferson River
was last observed at
4,810
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
9,541
acre-ft of water today; about 146%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,299 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2011-06-12 when daily discharge volume was observed at
30,300 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Jefferson River Near Three Forks Mt
reporting a streamflow rate of 2,280 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Jefferson River Near Twin Bridges Mt
with a gauge stage of 4.67 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Jefferson River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 4,588 ft, the
Jefferson River Near Twin Bridges Mt.
Last Updated
2024-04-19
Streamflow
4,810.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
145.78%
Maximum
30,300.0 cfs
2011-06-12
About the jefferson river
The Jefferson River is a tributary of the Missouri River, located in the western United States. It is approximately 83 miles long and runs through Montana. The river was named after Thomas Jefferson, who sent Meriwether Lewis and William Clark on an expedition to explore the river and its surroundings. The Jefferson River originates in the mountains of southwestern Montana and flows north through the Jefferson Valley. The river is primarily used for irrigation and agriculture, but there are also several recreational activities available, such as fishing, kayaking, and rafting. There are several dams and reservoirs along the Jefferson River, including the Canyon Ferry Dam and Reservoir and the Blacktail Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and irrigation water. Overall, the Jefferson River is an important natural resource for Montana's economy and environment.