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 May 30, 2026
Mean Flow: 57000 cfs
Max Flow: 132000 cfs (1948)
Min Flow: 14800 cfs (1992)

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

Data Used In Plot   "label   USGS Observations