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SwedenRosebud C at Reservation Bndry near Kirby MT water level
River gauge, Rosebud C, Montana, United States
Right now
Normal for mid-October
Water level
- Flow
- 3.8 cfs
History
What this means
Water levels are unremarkable at Rosebud C at Reservation Bndry near Kirby MT, where the gauge shows 3.28 ft.
It is still going down, by 0.06 ft over the past 24 hours. The 30-day range is 3.28 ft – 3.36 ft.
Fall is often low-water season on rivers, until steadier rain returns.
Compared with 5 years of daily readings for this time of year. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 10.71 ftMay 22, 2011
Paddling and fishing conditions
Most paddlers and anglers will find the river in good shape at this stage.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10.71 ft | May 22, 2011 |
| 2 | 8.47 ft | March 23, 2019 |
| 3 | 8.14 ft | June 2, 2007 |
| 4 | 7.53 ft | May 30, 2018 |
| 5 | 7.27 ft | June 26, 2023 |
| 6 | 7.09 ft | May 27, 2010 |
| 7 | 6.52 ft | May 13, 2005 |
| 8 | 6.50 ft | February 27, 1986 |
| 9 | 6.41 ft | May 11, 2024 |
| 10 | 6.30 ft | February 21, 2004 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tongue River at Tongue R Dam near Decker MTRiver gauge, Tongue River | 98.3 cfs | Low | ±0 | 19 mi |
| Tongue River at State Line near Decker MTRiver gauge, Tongue River | 113 cfs | Very low | −2.0 cfs | 25 mi |
| Rosebud C Bel Lame Deer C near Lame Deer MTRiver gauge, Rosebud C Bel Lame Deer C | 15.5 cfs | Normal | +0.2 cfs | 26 mi |
| Tongue R at Birney Day School Br near Birney MTRiver gauge, Tongue R | 0.95 ft | Below flood stage | +0.07 ft | 26 mi |
| Little Bighorn River near Crow Agency MTRiver gauge, Little Bighorn River | 111 cfs | Low | ±0 | 27 mi |
| Bighorn River at bridge, at St. XavierRiver gauge, Bighorn River | 1,670 cfs | Very low | −30.0 cfs | 37 mi |
| Little Bighorn River near Hardin MTRiver gauge, Little Bighorn River | 2.65 ft | Below flood stage | −0.15 ft | 38 mi |
| Bighorn River at Two Leggins Bridge, near HardinRiver gauge, Bighorn River | 1,770 cfs | Low | +30.0 cfs | 38 mi |
Questions and answers
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.
What is the water level of Rosebud C at Reservation Bndry near Kirby MT today?
On Oct 20, 2026, 09:45 PM MDT, the water level was 3.28 ft. Down 0.06 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is Rosebud C at Reservation Bndry near Kirby MT rising or falling?
Down 0.06 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Rosebud C at Reservation Bndry near Kirby MT normal?
Normal for mid-October. Compared with 5 years of daily readings for this time of year.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Rosebud C at Reservation Bndry near Kirby MT?
The highest level on record is 10.71 ft on May 22, 2011.
How often is this data updated?
The U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
Where does this data come from?
The values come directly from the U.S. Geological Survey, the official operator of this gauge, and are in the public domain. We do not estimate or model live values.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:06295113(Agency page)- Coordinates
45.36117, -106.99036(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NAVD88
- 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 | 3.28 ft | 2026-10-21 03:45 | Provisional |
| Flow | 3.8 cfs | 2026-10-21 03:45 | Provisional |
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How to cite
U.S. Geological Survey: Rosebud C at Reservation Bndry near Kirby MT (usgs:06295113). Accessed October 21, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/montana/rosebud-c-at-reservation-bndry-near-kirby-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