Major Flood
27 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
24 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
BNSF railroad may start to experience problems with water in ditches along and near track roadbed.
29 ft
Water starts to flood Tampico Road in the Tampico area.
28.5 ft
Power substation between the Milk River and Tampico Road will begin to flood.
25.5 ft
County gravel roads north of the Milk River become impassable.
24 ft
North Tampico Road north of the river 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2011 | 28.03 ft | 19,700 cfs |
| Apr 14, 2023 | 27.94 ft | 19,186 cfs |
| Jun 10, 2011 | 27.9 ft | 19,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Milk River near Tampico?
The Milk River near Tampico gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06172310) 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 Tampico?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Milk River near Tampico is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Milk River rises?
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Where is the Milk River near Tampico gauge located?
The gauge is located in Valley County, Montana at coordinates 48.3078°N, 106.8222°W. USGS site number: 06172310. 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.