What is the current flow on Black River?

Black River was running 567 cubic feet per second as of Aug 1, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC, measured at USGS gauge 05382000. This is a build-time snapshot rather than a live reading — check the USGS gauge directly before relying on it.

Does Black River hold wild trout?

Yes. The state classifies Black River as Class II (some natural reproduction) across 15.48 miles of stream. That classification means natural reproduction, not stocking. Source: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.

Black River

Wisconsin. Classified Class II (some natural reproduction) by the state across 15.48 miles. Running 567 cfs as of Aug 1, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC.

Latest Reading

567

cubic feet / second

USGS gauges

Flow measured Aug 1, 2026, 6:00 PM UTC at gauge 05382000. These are build-time snapshots, not a live feed — check the USGS gauge before relying on them.

State Trout Classification

Classification	Class II (some natural reproduction)
Classified length	15.48 miles

Source: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.

USGS Gauges on Black River

Gauge	Station	Water temp?
05381000	BLACK RIVER AT NEILLSVILLE, WI	—
053813595	BLACK RIVER DS ST HWY 54 AT BLACK RIVER FALLS, WI	—
05382000	BLACK RIVER NEAR GALESVILLE, WI	—

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Conditions: USGS NWIS (public domain). Classification: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.