Minor Flood
27.5 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.
What Floods at Each Level
27.5 ft
Some home owners living along the banks of the Kootenai River will have flooding to sections of their property.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2006 | 28.5 ft | 55,000 cfs |
| Jul 2, 2012 | 27.61 ft | 48,900 cfs |
| Aug 4, 1974 | 27.5 ft | 47,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
KBDM8
River
Kootenai River
County
Lincoln, MT
Coordinates
48.4008°N, 115.3197°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kootenai River below Libby Dam near Libby?
The Kootenai River below Libby Dam near Libby gauge is maintained by USGS (site 12301933) 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 Kootenai River below Libby Dam near Libby?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kootenai River below Libby Dam near Libby is 27.5 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Kootenai River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Kootenai River below Libby Dam near Libby 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 Kootenai River below Libby Dam near Libby gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Montana at coordinates 48.4008°N, 115.3197°W. USGS site number: 12301933. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Kootenai River at Leonia
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey