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SwedenMusselshell River above Big Coulee Creek at Lavina MT water level
River gauge, Musselshell River, Montana, United States
Right now
Below flood stage
Water level
- Flow
- 13.1 cfs
History
What this means
Water levels are unremarkable at Musselshell River above Big Coulee Creek at Lavina MT, where the gauge shows 1.28 ft.
It is 8.22 ft below the flood stage of 9.50 ft.
The level has held steady over the past 24 hours. The 30-day range is 1.28 ft – 1.43 ft.
Fall is often low-water season on rivers, until steadier rain returns.
Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 11.15 ftJune 21, 2018
Paddling and fishing conditions
Most paddlers and anglers will find the river in good shape at this stage.
For reference, flood stage is 9.50 ft.
Highest crests on record
Chance of at least minor flooding in October to December: < 5 %.
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11.15 ft | June 21, 2018 |
| 2 | 10.47 ft | March 10, 2014 |
| 3 | 9.45 ft | June 7, 2023 |
| 4 | 9.06 ft | May 29, 2019 |
| 5 | 7.84 ft | June 5, 2015 |
| 6 | 5.81 ft | May 22, 2020 |
| 7 | 4.04 ft | June 15, 2017 |
| 8 | 3.73 ft | June 14, 2013 |
| 9 | 3.43 ft | May 28, 2012 |
| 10 | 3.30 ft | May 14, 2025 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on the Musselshell River
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musselshell River near MartinsdaleRiver gauge, Musselshell River | 22.6 cfs | Low | −2.9 cfs | 64 mi |
| Musselshell River at Harlowton MTRiver gauge, Musselshell River | 2.94 ft | Below flood stage | −0.05 ft | 44 mi |
| Musselshell River above Mud Cr near Shawmut MTRiver gauge, Musselshell River | 2.41 ft | Below flood stage | ±0 | 25 mi |
| Musselshell River near Roundup MTRiver gauge, Musselshell River | 1.25 ft | Below flood stage | −0.03 ft | 20 mi |
| Musselshell River at Musselshell MTRiver gauge, Musselshell River | 1.98 ft | Below flood stage | −0.03 ft | 43 mi |
| Musselshell River at Mosby MTRiver gauge, Musselshell River | 2.38 ft | Below flood stage | −0.02 ft | 70 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone River at Billings MTRiver gauge, Yellowstone River | 2.91 ft | Below flood stage | −0.01 ft | 41 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for the Musselshell River above Big Coulee Creek at Lavina MT?
The official flood stage is 9.50 ft. The level is currently 8.22 ft below it.
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 Musselshell River above Big Coulee Creek at Lavina MT today?
On Oct 21, 2026, 01:30 AM MDT, the water level was 1.28 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is Musselshell River above Big Coulee Creek at Lavina MT rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours. Down 0.15 ft over the last 7 days.
Is the level of Musselshell River above Big Coulee Creek at Lavina MT normal?
Below flood stage. Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Musselshell River above Big Coulee Creek at Lavina MT?
The highest level on record is 11.15 ft on June 21, 2018.
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.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:06125600(Agency page)- Coordinates
46.28906, -108.93761(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 | 1.28 ft | 2026-10-21 07:30 | Provisional |
| Flow | 13.1 cfs | 2026-10-21 07:30 | Provisional |
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How to cite
U.S. Geological Survey: Musselshell River above Big Coulee Creek at Lavina MT (usgs:06125600). Accessed October 21, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/montana/musselshell-river-above-big-coulee-creek-at-lavina-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