Major Flood
24 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26.5 ft
Bjornberg Road north of the Milk River begins to flood.
20 ft
Water starts flooding the Bjornberg Bridge fishing access site on the north side of the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 1986 | 26.7 ft | 10,500 cfs |
| Apr 14, 2023 | 26.24 ft | 18,147 cfs |
| Sep 30, 1986 | 24.45 ft | 11,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Milk River near Saco?
The Milk River near Saco gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06164510) 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 near Saco?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Milk River near Saco is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Milk River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Milk River near Saco 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 Milk River near Saco gauge located?
The gauge is located in Phillips County, Montana at coordinates 48.5092°N, 107.2188°W. USGS site number: 06164510. 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 during winter months.