River MT

Shields River

Montana • 45.9527, -110.4857
Hydrography profile Updated Feb 1, 2026
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USGS and NOAA data is for informational purposes. Source notes
Length
64 mi
103 km
Elevation
7,876′ → 4,380′
3,496 ft drop
Stream Order
7
Large River
Slope
1.03%
54.6 ft/mi
Drainage
4,220 mi²
10,929 km²
Avg Flow
-- cfs
1.8 mph velocity
Classification
Tributary
Mid-reach
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

Data from EPA Water Quality Portal (USGS, EPA, state agencies).

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Water Level Gauges on Shields River

There are 2 USGS water level monitoring stations on Shields River providing real-time flow and stage data.