Major Flood
16 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
MAJOR FLOOD.
14.5 ft
Portions of ND Highway 200 closed due to water on the road (2018 due to ice/log jam).
14 ft
Residential area north of Hillsboro starts to flood.
13 ft
MODERATE FLOOD. The city park in Hillsboro starts to flood.
10 ft
MINOR FLOOD. Some overbank flooding begins.
7 ft
ACTION STAGE/FORECAST SERVICE STAGE.
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 20, 1979 | 16.76 ft | 14,800 cfs |
| Mar 24, 2009 | 16.67 ft | 8,700 cfs |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 16.02 ft | 10,800 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Goose River at Hillsboro?
The Goose River at Hillsboro gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05066500) 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 Goose River at Hillsboro?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Goose River at Hillsboro is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Goose River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Goose River at Hillsboro 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 Goose River at Hillsboro gauge located?
The gauge is located in Traill County, North Dakota at coordinates 47.4094°N, 97.0608°W. USGS site number: 05066500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.