Musselshell River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Musselshell River Levels

April 18 2024

929 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+139.6 cfs (+42.47%) since yesterday
28.39% of normal Very Low

Total streamflow across the Musselshell River was last observed at 468 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 929 acre-ft of water today; about 28% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 1,650 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2011-06-10 when daily discharge volume was observed at 51,070 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Musselshell River At Harlowton Mt reporting a streamflow rate of 134 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Musselshell River, with a gauge stage of 3.28 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 6 different streamgauging stations along the Musselshell River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 4,668 ft, the Musselshell River Nr Martinsdale.

Last Updated 2024-04-18
Streamflow 468.3 cfs
Percent of Normal 28.39%
Maximum 51,070.0 cfs
2011-06-10

About the musselshell river


The Musselshell River is a tributary of the Missouri River that runs through Montana. It has a length of approximately 360 miles, originating in the Crazy Mountains and flowing eastward until it reaches the Missouri River. The river has a rich history, with evidence of Native American settlements dating back thousands of years. Today, the Musselshell River is an important source of irrigation for agricultural purposes, and several reservoirs and dams have been constructed along its course, including the Yellowtail Dam and the Fort Peck Dam. These dams provide hydroelectric power and control flooding along the river. Recreational activities, such as fishing, hunting, and camping, are popular along the Musselshell River, making it an important part of Montana's outdoor recreation economy.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Musselshell River Nr Martinsdale
USGS 06119600
75 cfs 1.91 ft -11.33
Musselshell River At Harlowton Mt
USGS 06120500
134 cfs 3.28 ft -5.63
Musselshell River Ab Mud Cr Nr Shawmut Mt
USGS 06123030
22 cfs 2.47 ft 5.71
Musselshell River Near Roundup Mt
USGS 06126500
76 cfs 1.6 ft 1.88
Musselshell River At Musselshell Mt
USGS 06127500
79 cfs 2.22 ft 2.08
Musselshell River At Mosby Mt
USGS 06130500
105 cfs 2.91 ft 2.94

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Musselshell River Maximum Total Discharge

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Musselshell River Year Over Year Discharge


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