Des Lacs River at Foxholm
North Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Ward County, North Dakota on the Des Lacs River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05116500, 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
1654 ft
Moderate Flood
1653 ft
Minor Flood
1651 ft
Action Stage
1650 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1655.5 ft
Floor of bridge just downstream of gage house will be flooded.
1654.2 ft
Highway 52 between carpio and burlington will be closed. Valley floor under water. Homes lowest in elevation in Foxholm are likely flooded if not protected.
1653 ft
Homes in Foxholm close to the Des Lacs can be affected as water encroaches on them. Lower elevation homes along Project Road near Burlington suffer damage even with no releases from Lake Darling.
1652.5 ft
Average height of ground around gage house.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 1979 | 1655.29 ft | 4,260 cfs |
| Apr 18, 1979 | 1655.29 ft | 4,260 cfs |
| Apr 29, 1970 | 1654.77 ft | 3,660 cfs |
| Apr 29, 1970 | 1654.77 ft | 3,660 cfs |
| May 31, 2011 | 1654.63 ft | 3,620 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Des Lacs River at Foxholm?
The Des Lacs River at Foxholm gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05116500) 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 Des Lacs River at Foxholm?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Des Lacs River at Foxholm is 1651 feet. Action stage begins at 1650 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1653 feet, and major flooding at 1654 feet.
How do I get alerts when Des Lacs River rises?
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Where is the Des Lacs River at Foxholm gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ward County, North Dakota at coordinates 48.3706°N, 101.5697°W. USGS site number: 05116500. 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
- River Forecasts typically include ONLY 2 days of future rain from <u>forecast issuance time</u> (lower right of graph). Occasionally 3 days of future rain included.