CLARK FORK − NEAR PLAINS (PLNM8)
   State:  Montana
   County:  Sanders
   Latitude:  47 25' 46" North
   Longitude:  114 51' 18" West
   Elevation:  2449 ft

   Supporting NWS Forecast Office: WFO Missoula

   
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   Action Stage:  
15 ft
   Flood Stage:  
16 ft
   Moderate Flood Stage:  
18 ft
   Major Flood Stage:  
19.5 ft
Daily Historical Statistics for July 16, 2025
Mean Stage: 7.25 ft  Mean Flow: 23800 cfs
Max Stage: 13.41 ft  Max Flow: 71000 cfs (1916)
Min Stage:  3.50 ft   Min Flow: 6500 cfs (1940)

Statistics based on water years: 1911-2024
* statistics estimated based on current rating

Record Stage: 
19.17 ft
Record Flow: 
134000 cfs
Date of Record: 
June 5, 1948

The 4-10 Day Trend Forecast is based on model guidance and uncertainty during this period is greater.

Hydrograph plot for PLNM8


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