Major Flood
30 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
24 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
50.2 ft
North end of Long-X bridge becomes flooded.
38.8 ft
Gage house shelter will become flooded.
36.7 ft
South end of bridge deck will become flooded.
23 ft
South bank is tree covered with trees and brush and subject to overflow at this level.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 1947 | 24 ft | 110,000 cfs |
| Mar 31, 1950 | 21.42 ft | 60,000 cfs |
| Apr 9, 1965 | 17.93 ft | 20,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WTFN8
River
Little Missouri River
County
McKenzie, ND
Coordinates
47.5903°N, 103.2514°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Missouri River near Watford City?
The Little Missouri River near Watford City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06337000) 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 Little Missouri River near Watford City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Missouri River near Watford City is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Missouri River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Missouri River near Watford City 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 Little Missouri River near Watford City gauge located?
The gauge is located in McKenzie County, North Dakota at coordinates 47.5903°N, 103.2514°W. USGS site number: 06337000. 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.