+17.3 cfs (+5.16%) since yesterday
14.4% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Moreau River
was last observed at
352
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
699
acre-ft of water today; about 14%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
2,447 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2017-05-01 when daily discharge volume was observed at
32,710 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Moreau R Near Whitehorse Sd
reporting a streamflow rate of 299 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Moreau River, with a gauge stage of
3.81 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Moreau River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,248 ft, the
Moreau R Near Faith Sd.
Last Updated
2024-04-19
Streamflow
352.3 cfs
Percent of Normal
14.4%
Maximum
32,710.0 cfs
2017-05-01
About the moreau river
The Moreau River is a 200-mile-long tributary of the Missouri River that runs through Wyoming and South Dakota. It was named after Jean-Baptiste Moreau, an early French fur trader. The river's hydrology is dominated by snowmelt and summer rainfall, with peak flows occurring in May and June. The Moreau River is home to several dams, including the Shadehill Dam and Reservoir, which were built in the 1940s for flood control and water conservation purposes. The reservoir also serves as a popular recreational destination for fishing, boating, and camping. The river is also used for agricultural purposes, with irrigation canals diverting water to nearby farmland. The Moreau River has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back over 10,000 years. Today, it remains an important resource for both people and wildlife in the region.
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