Minor Flood
14 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.
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Water begins to seep up from the ground into basements of homes along the west side of forsyth.+
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 20, 1978 | 14.53 ft | 109,800 cfs |
| Jun 13, 1997 | 12.82 ft | 87,100 cfs |
| Jun 16, 2022 | 12.27 ft | 81,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FRYM8
River
Yellowstone River
County
Rosebud, MT
Coordinates
46.2661°N, 106.6900°W
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StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yellowstone River at Forsyth?
The Yellowstone River at Forsyth gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06295000) 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 Forsyth?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yellowstone River at Forsyth is 14 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A 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 Forsyth 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 Forsyth gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rosebud County, Montana at coordinates 46.2661°N, 106.6900°W. USGS site number: 06295000. 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.