Stillwater River (South Central MT) near Absarokee
Montana — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Stillwater County, Montana on the Stillwater River (South Central MT). Live water level data from USGS gauge 06205000, 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
9 ft
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Minor flooding of farmland along the river begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2022 | 10.49 ft | 16,900 cfs |
| Jun 12, 2022 | 10.49 ft | 16,900 cfs |
| Jun 14, 1967 | 7.17 ft | 12,000 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2020 | 7.17 ft | 9,180 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2020 | 7.17 ft | 9,180 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SRAM8
River
Stillwater River (South Central MT)
County
Stillwater, MT
Coordinates
45.5367°N, 109.4221°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stillwater River (South Central MT) near Absarokee?
The Stillwater River (South Central MT) near Absarokee gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06205000) 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 Stillwater River (South Central MT) near Absarokee?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stillwater River (South Central MT) near Absarokee is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stillwater River (South Central MT) rises?
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Where is the Stillwater River (South Central MT) near Absarokee gauge located?
The gauge is located in Stillwater County, Montana at coordinates 45.5367°N, 109.4221°W. USGS site number: 06205000. 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 1.5 feet from flood stage.