Major Flood
11.5 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 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.5 ft
Severe flooding affects homes in Drummond. Specifically the flooding threatens homes and roads in the southern section of Drummond.
10 ft
Flooding likely in low lying areas adjacent to the river channel. Drummond city park and rodeo grounds are also affected.
8 ft
Ranchland and a few out buildings are flooded between Drummond and Bearmouth.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 8, 1996 | 10.03 ft | 9,800 cfs |
| Jun 10, 2011 | 9.79 ft | 8,200 cfs |
| Jun 20, 2018 | 8.76 ft | 6,260 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DRMM8
River
Clark Fork River
County
Granite, MT
Coordinates
46.7119°N, 113.3310°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Clark Fork River near Drummond?
The Clark Fork River near Drummond gauge is maintained by USGS (site 12331800) 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 near Drummond?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Clark Fork River near Drummond is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11.5 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 near Drummond 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 near Drummond gauge located?
The gauge is located in Granite County, Montana at coordinates 46.7119°N, 113.3310°W. USGS site number: 12331800. 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