Red Flag Warning
2026-04-13T20:00:00-06:00

...TODAY'S RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM THIS EVENING... .A NEW RED FLAG WARNING HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR TUESDAY FOR SOUTHERN LINCOLN COUNTY. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 214, 216, 238, 241, 242 and 246. * TIMING...Until 8 PM MDT this evening. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts around 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.

STYX RIVER

Last Updated: April 13, 2026

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Styx River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Styx River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .

Get the latest River Levels, Streamflow, and Hydrology for in River flows across 1 streamgages of the Styx River


15-Day Long Term Forecast


       
River Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Styx River Near Elsanor
USGS 02377570
123 cfs 1.45 ft -1.6
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile

The river is approximately 65 miles (105 km) long and primarily fed by rainwater. Several small reservoirs and dams can be found along the river, including the Upper and Lower Fish Trap dams. These dams provide hydroelectric power and irrigation for nearby agriculture. The river is also used for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Historically, the river played an important role in the early settlement of the area and was used as a transportation route for timber and other goods. Today, the Styx River remains an important resource for the local community and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.