Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
At 11 feet, water overflows Road 50.April 17, 2018 Notes: When the Big Sandy gauge was around 11 Feet, Road 50 actually washed out. The water was about 18 inches above the road when it washed out. One 16 foot culvert was in place at that time. The rough location of Road 50 and Big Sandy Creek is about 7 miles north of the casino on Highway 87, then go 3 miles west.
8.5 ft
Water out of banks in several locations and starting to spread into frequently used pastures, fields, corrals, etc.
5.5 ft
Water starting to come out of banks in isolated areas. Water starting to cover lowest roads through pastures and fields.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 29, 1978 | 15.15 ft | 6,000 cfs |
| Apr 2, 1952 | 14.7 ft | 5,570 cfs |
| Apr 18, 2018 | 14.63 ft | 6,227 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BSMM8
River
Big Sandy Creek (MT)
County
Hill, MT
Coordinates
48.5267°N, 109.8416°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Sandy Creek (MT) near Havre?
The Big Sandy Creek (MT) near Havre gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06139500) 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 Big Sandy Creek (MT) near Havre?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Sandy Creek (MT) near Havre is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Sandy Creek (MT) rises?
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Where is the Big Sandy Creek (MT) near Havre gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hill County, Montana at coordinates 48.5267°N, 109.8416°W. USGS site number: 06139500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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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.