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SwedenMissouri River near Great Falls MT water level
River gauge, Missouri River, Montana, United States
Right now
Latest reading
Water level
- Flow
- 4,220 cfs
History
Not enough readings for a chart yet. History builds up with every update.
What this means
U.S. Geological Survey has the Missouri River near Great Falls MT at 3.03 ft. The agency publishes no normal range or warning level for this river yet, so there is nothing to judge the number against.
The 30-day range is 3.00 ft – 3.05 ft.
The agency publishes no normal range for this gauge yet, so we show the trend only. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 9.02 ftMay 24, 1981
Paddling and fishing conditions
Compare today with the chart before you go; local outfitters often know which stage suits their stretch.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9.02 ft | May 24, 1981 |
| 2 | 8.10 ft | June 11, 2011 |
| 3 | 7.98 ft | June 22, 2018 |
| 4 | 7.81 ft | June 17, 1980 |
| 5 | 7.78 ft | June 30, 1982 |
| 6 | 7.72 ft | June 24, 1984 |
| 7 | 7.23 ft | June 15, 1996 |
| 8 | 7.18 ft | July 11, 1983 |
| 9 | 7.06 ft | May 20, 1978 |
| 10 | 7.01 ft | February 26, 1986 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on the Missouri River
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri River at Toston MTRiver gauge, Missouri River | 4.13 ft | Below flood stage | 101 mi | |
| Missouri River below Hauser Dam near Helena MTRiver gauge, Missouri River | 3.51 ft | No reference yet | 69 mi | |
| Missouri River below Holter Dam near Wolf Cr MTRiver gauge, Missouri River | 3.07 ft | No reference yet | 60 mi | |
| Missouri River at Cascade MTRiver gauge, Missouri River | 6.66 ft | No reference yet | 37 mi | |
| Missouri River near Ulm MTRiver gauge, Missouri River | 3.00 ft | Below flood stage | 18 mi | |
| Missouri River at Fort Benton MTRiver gauge, Missouri River | 2.03 ft | Below flood stage | 24 mi | |
| Missouri River at Virgelle MTRiver gauge, Missouri River | 3.09 ft | Below flood stage | 47 mi | |
| Missouri River near Landusky MTRiver gauge, Missouri River | 13.56 ft | Below flood stage | 111 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun River near Vaughn MTRiver gauge, Sun River | 2.48 ft | Below flood stage | 21 mi | |
| Muddy Creek at Vaughn MTRiver gauge, Muddy Creek | 3.36 ft | Below flood stage | 22 mi | |
| Belt Creek near Monarch MTRiver gauge, Belt Creek | 2.18 ft | Below flood stage | 27 mi | |
| Smith River near Eden MTRiver gauge, Smith River | 2.89 ft | No reference yet | 31 mi | |
| Marias River near Loma MTRiver gauge, Marias River | 1.16 ft | No reference yet | 33 mi | |
| Teton River at Loma MTRiver gauge, Teton River | 2.16 ft | No reference yet | 35 mi | |
| Sun River at Simms MTRiver gauge, Sun River | 2.88 ft | Below flood stage | 41 mi |
Questions and answers
What is the record level at Missouri River near Great Falls MT?
The highest reading on record is 9.02 ft (May 24, 1981).
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
How often is Missouri River near Great Falls MT updated?
Several times an hour. New readings from U.S. Geological Survey appear here as they arrive. Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 03:45 PM MDT.
What is the water level of Missouri River near Great Falls MT today?
On Oct 16, 2026, 03:45 PM MDT, the water level was 3.03 ft. No reference yet.
Is the level of Missouri River near Great Falls MT normal?
Latest reading. The agency publishes no normal range for this gauge yet, so we show the trend only.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Missouri River near Great Falls MT?
The highest level on record is 9.02 ft on May 24, 1981.
How often is this data updated?
U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:06090300(Agency page)- Coordinates
47.58444, -111.06058(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NGVD29
- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
Water level stage | 3.03 ft | 2026-10-16 21:45 | Provisional |
Flow discharge | 4,220 cfs | 2026-10-16 21:45 | Provisional |
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How to cite
U.S. Geological Survey: Missouri River near Great Falls MT (usgs:06090300). Accessed October 16, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/montana/missouri-river-near-great-falls-mt
How we check values
Each reading is stored as published. We hold back values that jump faster than physically plausible and show the measurement time with every value.
Readings are provisional, can be delayed or wrong and are not a flood warning. Read the disclaimer