Major Flood
11 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10.5 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Roads to mill creek, cinnebar basin and trail creek are covered with water. Water will also be over portions of yellowstone park road for 800 yards, 3.5 miles south of town, including a few farm homes. Flooding over the road to 9th street island with water reaching some homes.
9.5 ft
Some minor overflow occurs along the lowest areas throughout the reach of the river and across the road connecting the island with the rest of town. +
9 ft
Water starts to impinge on island road.
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 | 11.63 ft | 55,200 cfs |
| Jun 5, 1997 | 10.72 ft | 38,000 cfs |
| May 31, 2020 | 10.2 ft | 30,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LIVM8
River
Yellowstone River
County
Park, MT
Coordinates
45.5972°N, 110.5665°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yellowstone River near Livingston?
The Yellowstone River near Livingston gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06192500) 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 near Livingston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yellowstone River near Livingston is 10 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10.5 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yellowstone River rises?
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Where is the Yellowstone River near Livingston gauge located?
The gauge is located in Park County, Montana at coordinates 45.5972°N, 110.5665°W. USGS site number: 06192500. 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.