Major Flood
12 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
11.5 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Monor flooding of low lying areas along the river begins. Access to properties along the river may be impacted.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2011 | 13.23 ft | 16,200 cfs |
| Jun 23, 1979 | 12.96 ft | 3,800 cfs |
| Mar 10, 2014 | 12.23 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MUSM8
River
Musselshell River
County
Musselshell, MT
Coordinates
46.5224°N, 108.1089°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Musselshell River at Musselshell?
The Musselshell River at Musselshell gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06127500) 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 Musselshell River at Musselshell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Musselshell River at Musselshell is 11 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11.5 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Musselshell River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Musselshell River at Musselshell 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 Musselshell River at Musselshell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Musselshell County, Montana at coordinates 46.5224°N, 108.1089°W. USGS site number: 06127500. 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.
- River forecasts will be issued for this location when the water level reaches 2 feet from flood stage.