Major Flood
25 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Widespread lowland flooding occurs.
21 ft
Parking lot of fishing access site at highway 16 bridge begins to flood.
19 ft
Low land flooding occurs east of highway 16 bridge.
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 13, 1979 | 19.66 ft | 52,000 cfs |
| Mar 22, 1960 | 19.14 ft | 55,000 cfs |
| Mar 17, 1972 | 18.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CLBM8
River
Missouri River
County
Richland, MT
Coordinates
48.1233°N, 104.4733°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River near Culbertson?
The Missouri River near Culbertson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06185500) 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 Missouri River near Culbertson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River near Culbertson is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Missouri River near Culbertson 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 Missouri River near Culbertson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Richland County, Montana at coordinates 48.1233°N, 104.4733°W. USGS site number: 06185500. 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.