Sheyenne River at Harwood
North Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cass County, North Dakota on the Sheyenne River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05060400, 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
91 ft
Moderate Flood
86 ft
Minor Flood
84 ft
Action Stage
82 ft
4,650 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
93.5 ft
Rivertree subdivision is protected to this height by the dike at Rivertree Park.
91.8 ft
County Road 22 and Rivershore Drive is closed.
91 ft
MAJOR FLOOD. BNSF railroad line may need to be closed.
86 ft
MODERATE FLOOD.
84 ft
MINOR FLOOD. Actions taken to completely seal the flood barrier.
82 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 15, 1997 | 92.02 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| Apr 15, 1997 | 92.02 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| Apr 9, 2011 | 91.82 ft | 13,000 cfs |
| Apr 9, 2011 | 91.82 ft | 13,000 cfs |
| Mar 28, 2009 | 91.72 ft | 10,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sheyenne River at Harwood?
The Sheyenne River at Harwood gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05060400) 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 Sheyenne River at Harwood?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sheyenne River at Harwood is 84 feet. Action stage begins at 82 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 86 feet, and major flooding at 91 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sheyenne River rises?
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Where is the Sheyenne River at Harwood gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cass County, North Dakota at coordinates 46.9775°N, 96.8914°W. USGS site number: 05060400. 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.