Milk River at Nashua
Montana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Valley County, Montana on the Milk River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06174500, 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
30 ft
Moderate Flood
28 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
29.5 ft
Water will start to flow over Ball and Cranston Roads (south of Nashua).
29 ft
Nashua Boulevard will begin to flood east of the MT 117 railroad overpass and west of town.
20 ft
This is flood stage. Low land flooding will begin.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 1952 | 31.38 ft | 45,300 cfs |
| Apr 17, 1952 | 31.38 ft | 45,300 cfs |
| Mar 26, 1939 | 30.77 ft | 27,000 cfs |
| Mar 26, 1939 | 30.77 ft | 27,000 cfs |
| Mar 7, 1986 | 30.09 ft | 18,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Milk River at Nashua?
The Milk River at Nashua gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06174500) 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 Nashua?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Milk River at Nashua is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Milk River rises?
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Where is the Milk River at Nashua gauge located?
The gauge is located in Valley County, Montana at coordinates 48.1300°N, 106.3642°W. USGS site number: 06174500. 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 may be affected by ice.