Major Flood
23 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
20 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
MAJOR FLOOD STAGE.
20 ft
MODERATE FLOOD STAGE. Agricultural flooding begins.
14 ft
MINOR FLOOD STAGE.
13 ft
ACTION STAGE/FORECAST SERVICE STAGE.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 1997 | 25.45 ft | 4,300 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2006 | 25.01 ft | 6,390 cfs |
| Mar 25, 2009 | 24.95 ft | — |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Marsh River near Shelly?
The Marsh River near Shelly gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05067500) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Marsh River near Shelly?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Marsh River near Shelly is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Marsh River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Marsh River near Shelly to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Marsh River near Shelly gauge located?
The gauge is located in Norman County, Minnesota at coordinates 47.4120°N, 96.7634°W. USGS site number: 05067500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Red River of the North near Thompson
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.