Major Flood
14 ft
Current Water Level
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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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
At 12 Feet...flooding usually is occurring over northern/central Blaine County along Battle Creek. Runoff from Cypress Hills in southern Canada could be the source of the water. Empty grain bins could be washed away. (March 2017)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 1986 | 22.91 ft | 19,400 cfs |
| Jun 7, 1906 | 16.63 ft | 10,960 cfs |
| Mar 30, 1918 | 16.5 ft | 10,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BCMM8
River
Battle Creek (North-central MT)
County
Blaine, MT
Coordinates
48.6494°N, 109.2317°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Battle Creek (North-central MT) near Chinook?
The Battle Creek (North-central MT) near Chinook gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06151500) 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 Battle Creek (North-central MT) near Chinook?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Battle Creek (North-central MT) near Chinook is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Battle Creek (North-central MT) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Battle Creek (North-central MT) near Chinook 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 Battle Creek (North-central MT) near Chinook gauge located?
The gauge is located in Blaine County, Montana at coordinates 48.6494°N, 109.2317°W. USGS site number: 06151500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Milk River near Harlem
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage data may not be available during winter months.