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Hyalite Reservoir 60% Full Amid Severe Drought Conditions

4/16/2026

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Hyalite Reservoir is about 60% full, a normal level for this time of year, but more snowmelt is needed to reach full capacity.
Shawn Kohtz, Bozeman's utilities director, notes severe drought conditions in Gallatin County.
Hydrologist Florence Miller reports record low snowpack levels, crucial for summer stream flow.
Forecasts indicate potential snow and rain that could aid in filling the reservoir.

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Story summary

Hyalite Reservoir is about 60% full, a normal level for this time of year, but more snowmelt is needed to reach full capacity.
Shawn Kohtz, Bozeman's utilities director, notes severe drought conditions in Gallatin County.
Hydrologist Florence Miller reports record low snowpack levels, crucial for summer stream flow.
Forecasts indicate potential snow and rain that could aid in filling the reservoir.