Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Lochsa River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Lochsa River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Lochsa River is a tributary of the Clearwater River in western Montana and Idaho. It stretches over 70 miles and has a rich history, as it was a key route for the Nez Perce tribe and later used by European fur traders. The river's hydrology is influenced by heavy precipitation and snowmelt, leading to high flow rates during spring and early summer. There are no major reservoirs or dams on the Lochsa River, which remains largely unaltered. The river is popular for whitewater rafting and fishing, with an abundance of native cutthroat trout. The area surrounding the river is also used for timber harvesting and grazing.
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
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Lochsa River Nr Lowell Id
USGS 13337000 |
5600 cfs | 5.3 ft | -11.53 |
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