Major Flood
15 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
14.5 ft
Minor Flood
13.5 ft
Action Stage
12.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13.1 ft
Water flows over Cerise road in east Billings across the river from Metra Park.
12.5 ft
Minor flooding of several homes in Arrow Island subdivision 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 14, 2022 | 16.37 ft | 83,600 cfs |
| Jun 11, 1997 | 15 ft | 82,000 cfs |
| Jun 18, 1974 | 14.6 ft | 69,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BILM8
River
Yellowstone River
County
Yellowstone, MT
Coordinates
45.8001°N, 108.4680°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yellowstone River at Billings?
The Yellowstone River at Billings gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06214500) 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 Yellowstone River at Billings?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yellowstone River at Billings is 13.5 feet. Action stage begins at 12.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14.5 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yellowstone River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Yellowstone River at Billings 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 Yellowstone River at Billings gauge located?
The gauge is located in Yellowstone County, Montana at coordinates 45.8001°N, 108.4680°W. USGS site number: 06214500. 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 for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 72 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.