Souris River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Souris River Levels

April 20 2024

3,253 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+128.0 cfs (+8.47%) since yesterday
43.25% of normal Very Low

Total streamflow across the Souris River was last observed at 1,640 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 3,253 acre-ft of water today; about 43% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 3,792 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2011-06-29 when daily discharge volume was observed at 125,600 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Souris River Nr Bantry reporting a streamflow rate of 434 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Souris River Nr Foxholm with a gauge stage of 7.9 ft. This river is monitored from 6 different streamgauging stations along the Souris River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,615 ft, the Souris River Nr Sherwood.

Last Updated 2024-04-20
Streamflow 1,640.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 43.25%
Maximum 125,600.0 cfs
2011-06-29

About the souris river


The Souris River is a 700-mile-long river that flows through Saskatchewan, North Dakota, and Manitoba. The river is named after the French word for mouse because of its winding path. The river has a long history of being used for transportation, fishing, and farming, but it also causes occasional flooding. The Souris River Basin is home to several reservoirs, including Lake Darling and Lake Darling Dam in North Dakota, which were constructed to manage water levels and prevent flooding. These reservoirs provide recreational opportunities, such as fishing and boating, and also support agricultural irrigation. The Souris River is an important water source for the region and is managed by various government agencies to balance the needs of agriculture, recreation, and flood control.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Souris River Nr Sherwood
USGS 05114000
303 cfs 5.64 ft -1.62
Souris River Nr Foxholm
USGS 05116000
398 cfs 7.9 ft -1.24
Souris River Above Minot
USGS 05117500
405 cfs 6.08 ft 2.27
Souris River Nr Verendrye
USGS 05120000
403 cfs 5.55 ft -1.71
Souris River Nr Bantry
USGS 05122000
434 cfs 6.32 ft 53.9
Souris River Nr Westhope
USGS 05124000
213 cfs 7.23 ft 27.54

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Souris River Maximum Total Discharge

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Souris River Year Over Year Discharge


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