Milk River at Malta
Montana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Phillips County, Montana on the Milk River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06155500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
22 ft
Moderate Flood
19 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Flood water start impacting US Highway 191 north of Malta between US 2 and milepost 2.
19.5 ft
Buildings on the west and north side of the river begin to flood.
19 ft
Cabins along the east bank of the river will begin to be affected by the water.
16 ft
Campground near US 2 bridge begins to flood.
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 26, 1986 | 23.67 ft | — |
| Sep 26, 1986 | 23.67 ft | — |
| Apr 10, 1952 | 22.26 ft | — |
| Apr 10, 1952 | 22.26 ft | — |
| Mar 26, 1918 | 19.8 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Milk River at Malta?
The Milk River at Malta gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06155500) 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 Milk River at Malta?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Milk River at Malta is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Milk River rises?
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Where is the Milk River at Malta gauge located?
The gauge is located in Phillips County, Montana at coordinates 48.3617°N, 107.8631°W. USGS site number: 06155500. 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