Montana · Unknown Co.

Swan River

· 1 mi · Class
Optimal: 575–1750 CFS · USGS #12370000
1,152 avg
1,820CFS
3.70 ft gauge height
Above Optimal
↓Falling slowly (-10 cfs/hr)
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 1,152 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #12370000
Private

As flows drop in summer, scheduled opportunities are provided thanks to the advocacy of American Whitewater. During the month of July and August the generators are turned off on Wednesday evenings to restore the full project flow into the river channel. These releases take place from 5 pm - 9 pm and are contingent on project inflows equal to or greater than 800 cfs at 8 am the day of the release. In most years this provides boatable flows on Wednesday evenings through the month of July but by August inflow typically drops below 800 cfs and the releases are no longer provided. (American Whitewa

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River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.

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