Lochsa River Basin
Major Idaho river corridor • Headwaters to confluence • Premier paddling, fishery & agricultural water resource
Corridor Flow Overview
The Lochsa River in Idaho is monitored by 1 active USGS river gauge. One of America's premier continuous Class IV whitewater runs along Highway 12 in the Clearwater National Forest. World-renowned during spring snowmelt runoff for high-volume wave trains and punchy holes.
Corridor Hydrological Gauges
Sequenced upstream to downstream along the primary river stem.
USGS ID
#13337000
Discharge
553 cfs
Stage
2.12 ft
Condition
Normal| Station & Location | USGS ID | Discharge (CFS) | Stage (FT) | Condition Verdict | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lochsa River near Lowell, ID | #13337000 |
Basin Geographic Map
Real-time spatial visualization of all reporting stations on Lochsa River.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Lochsa River Water Levels & Flow
Direct answers about USGS river gauges, seasonal flow rates, and river conditions along the Lochsa River in Idaho.
What are the current water levels and conditions on the Lochsa River in Idaho?
ClearGauge monitors real-time water levels and streamflow across 1 USGS hydrological station along the Lochsa River in Idaho. Streamflow stage (ft), discharge (CFS), and historical percentile verdicts are updated every 15 minutes.