Snake River Levels

May 16 2024

721,600 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today

+7964.9 cfs (+2.24%) since yesterday
100.91% of Normal • 27 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Snake River was last observed at 363,806 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 721,600 acre-ft of water today; about 101% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 360,523 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2011-05-27 when daily discharge volume was observed at 763,301 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Snake River Near Anatone reporting a streamflow rate of 77,500 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Snake River At Hells Canyon Dam Id-Or State Line with a gauge stage of 68.76 ft. This river is monitored from 27 different streamgauging stations along the Snake River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 9,326 ft, the Snake River Near Montezuma.

Last Updated	2024-05-16
Streamflow	363,805.5 cfs
Percent of Normal	100.91%
Maximum	763,301.0 cfs 2011-05-27

About the snake river

The Snake River is a major river in the United States, stretching over 1,000 miles from Wyoming to Washington, and is a tributary of the Columbia River. The river has a storied history, serving as a vital transportation route for Native Americans and later European settlers. Today, the river is heavily utilized for hydroelectric power, with several large dams and reservoirs along its length, such as the Hells Canyon Dam and the Jackson Lake Dam. These dams have transformed the river into a major source of energy for the region, but have also had significant impacts on the river's ecology and the surrounding landscapes. Additionally, the Snake River and its reservoirs are popular recreational destinations, offering activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. The river also plays a critical role in the region's agricultural sector, providing irrigation for crops and supporting the livelihoods of many farmers and ranchers.

Streamgauge	Streamflow	Gauge Stage	24hr Change (%)
Snake River Near Montezuma USGS 09047500	46 cfs	1.46 ft	12.07
Snake River Ab Jackson Lake At Flagg Ranch Wy USGS 13010065	4820 cfs	6.51 ft	10.3
Snake River Nr Moran Wy USGS 13011000	2010 cfs	5.03 ft	0
Snake River At Moose USGS 13013650	4910 cfs	11.09 ft	-5.94
Snake River Bl Flat Creek Nr Jackson Wy USGS 13018750	6880 cfs	5.14 ft	-6.78
Snake River Ab Reservoir Nr Alpine Wy USGS 13022500	11700 cfs	7.19 ft	-6.4
Snake River Nr Irwin Id USGS 13032500	11000 cfs	8.48 ft	-0.9
Snake River Nr Heise Id USGS 13037500	12800 cfs	6.07 ft	-2.29
Snake River At Lorenzo Id USGS 13038500	6240 cfs	6.9 ft	-7.28
Snake River Nr Menan Id USGS 13057000	11300 cfs	5.7 ft	-1.74
Snake River Ab Eagle Rock Nr Idaho Falls Id USGS 13057155	9700 cfs	9.18 ft	-2.02
Snake River Nr Shelley Id USGS 13060000	10400 cfs	8.17 ft	-1.89
Snake River At Blackfoot Id USGS 13062500	7080 cfs	6.87 ft	0.43
Snake River Nr Blackfoot Id USGS 13069500	8690 cfs	6.25 ft	-1.14
Snake River At Neeley Id USGS 13077000	10900 cfs	6.13 ft	0
Snake R Nr Minidoka Id (At Howells Ferry) USGS 13081500	8410 cfs	7.2 ft	-1.75
Snake River Gaging Station At Milner Id USGS 13087995	0 cfs	1.15 ft	None
Snake River Nr Twin Falls Id USGS 13090500	1240 cfs	2.89 ft	-29.55
Snake River Nr Buhl Id USGS 13094000	2850 cfs	2.4 ft	-20.83
Snake River At King Hill Id USGS 13154500	7600 cfs	6.45 ft	-12.24
Snake River Nr Murphy Id USGS 13172500	9170 cfs	23.18 ft	-24.84
Snake River At Nyssa Or USGS 13213100	15800 cfs	6.9 ft	-4.24
Snake River At Weiser Id USGS 13269000	23100 cfs	5.8 ft	-10.47
Snake River At Hells Canyon Dam Id-Or State Line USGS 13290450	26400 cfs	68.76 ft	3.53
Snake River Near Pine City USGS 05338500	1060 cfs	4.34 ft	-16.54
Snake River Bl Mcduff Rapids At China Gardens USGS 13317660	72200 cfs	16.6 ft	14.79
Snake River Near Anatone USGS 13334300	77500 cfs	12.62 ft	14.14

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