Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Action Stage
10.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Flooding to low lying areas adjacent to the river is likely. Flood prone areas include Target Range and the Orchard Homes neighborhoods.
11.5 ft
Numerous homes along the west end of Harpers Road are surrounded with surface water and ground water. Harpers Road adjacent to the Clark Fork River is flooded and impassable. Flood waters are also threatening Malards Way.
11 ft
Flooding of low lying areas adjacent to the river is possible just west of Missoula to Frenchtown.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2018 | 12.14 ft | 52,200 cfs |
| May 17, 1997 | 12.1 ft | 53,033 cfs |
| May 22, 1948 | 12.08 ft | 52,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BELM8
River
Clark Fork River
County
Missoula, MT
Coordinates
46.8692°N, 114.1258°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Clark Fork River below Missoula?
The Clark Fork River below Missoula gauge is maintained by USGS (site 12353000) 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 Clark Fork River below Missoula?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Clark Fork River below Missoula is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Clark Fork River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Clark Fork River below Missoula 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 Clark Fork River below Missoula gauge located?
The gauge is located in Missoula County, Montana at coordinates 46.8692°N, 114.1258°W. USGS site number: 12353000. 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