Pembina River at Walhalla
North Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Pembina County, North Dakota on the Pembina River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05099600, 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
18 ft
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
3,688 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
MAJOR FLOOD. North Dakota Highway 32 south of Walhalla becomes impassable.
16 ft
MODERATE FLOOD. Minor damage in City Park.
14.5 ft
Flooding occurs along the left bank.
11 ft
MINOR FLOOD.
9 ft
ACTION STAGE/FORECAST SERVICE STAGE
8.5 ft
Bankfull Stage. Flooding occurs along the right bank.
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, 2013 | 17.25 ft | 20,600 cfs |
| May 20, 2013 | 17.25 ft | 20,600 cfs |
| Apr 30, 2022 | 17.2 ft | 15,700 cfs |
| Apr 30, 2022 | 17.2 ft | 15,700 cfs |
| Apr 18, 2009 | 16.63 ft | 17,200 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pembina River at Walhalla?
The Pembina River at Walhalla gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05099600) 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 Pembina River at Walhalla?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pembina River at Walhalla is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pembina River rises?
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Where is the Pembina River at Walhalla gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pembina County, North Dakota at coordinates 48.9133°N, 97.9167°W. USGS site number: 05099600. 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.