None cfs (None%) since yesterday
102.93% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Priest River
was last observed at
4,220
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
8,370
acre-ft of water today; about 103%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
4,100 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-05-09 when daily discharge volume was observed at
12,290 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Priest River Nr Priest River Id
reporting a streamflow rate of 2,390 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Priest R Outflow Nr Coolin
with a gauge stage of 17.39 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Priest River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 2,433 ft, the
Priest R Outflow Nr Coolin.
Last Updated
2024-04-23
Streamflow
4,220.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
102.93%
Maximum
12,290.0 cfs
2023-05-09
About the priest river
The Priest River runs for approximately 70 miles through northern Idaho and eastern Washington. The river was named after Father Pierre-Jean De Smet, a Belgian Jesuit missionary who traveled extensively throughout the region in the mid-19th century. Hydrologically, the river is known for its moderate to high flows, with peak runoff occurring in late spring to early summer. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Boundary Dam, Box Canyon Dam, and Albeni Falls Dam, which provide hydroelectric power to the region. Additionally, the river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping, and supports agriculture in the surrounding areas. The Priest River is an important part of the regional ecosystem and is managed by the U.S. Forest Service and other federal agencies to ensure its ecological health and sustainability.
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