Bighorn River Basin
Major Montana river corridor • Headwaters to confluence • Premier paddling, fishery & agricultural water resource
Corridor Flow Overview
The Bighorn River in Montana is monitored by 1 active USGS river gauge. One of North America's legendary tailwater trout fisheries, sustaining enormous populations of wild brown and rainbow trout per mile. Flow is controlled by Yellowtail Dam, offering year-round consistent conditions.
Corridor Hydrological Gauges
Sequenced upstream to downstream along the primary river stem.
USGS ID
#06287000
Discharge
1,680 cfs
Stage
61.13 ft
Condition
Flood Risk| Station & Location | USGS ID | Discharge (CFS) | Stage (FT) | Condition Verdict | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bighorn River below Yellowtail Afterbay Dam near St. Xavier, MT |
Basin Geographic Map
Real-time spatial visualization of all reporting stations on Bighorn River.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bighorn River Water Levels & Flow
Direct answers about USGS river gauges, seasonal flow rates, and river conditions along the Bighorn River in Montana.
What are the current water levels and conditions on the Bighorn River in Montana?
ClearGauge monitors real-time water levels and streamflow across 1 USGS hydrological station along the Bighorn River in Montana. Streamflow stage (ft), discharge (CFS), and historical percentile verdicts are updated every 15 minutes.