Major Flood
19 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Top elevation of the emergency levees (1087.5 ft MSL).
19 ft
MAJOR FLOOD.
17 ft
MODERATE FLOOD.
16 ft
Some rural flooding begins.
15 ft
MINOR FLOOD. Raw sewage begins being dumped into the river.
14 ft
Storm sewer outlets are closed. Interior drainage pumping begins.
11 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 16, 2009 | 22.86 ft | 9,250 cfs |
| Apr 19, 2011 | 21.7 ft | 8,280 cfs |
| Mar 22, 2010 | 19.46 ft | 5,300 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sheyenne River at Lisbon?
The Sheyenne River at Lisbon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05058700) 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 Lisbon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sheyenne River at Lisbon is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sheyenne River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sheyenne River at Lisbon 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 Sheyenne River at Lisbon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ransom County, North Dakota at coordinates 46.4469°N, 97.6789°W. USGS site number: 05058700. 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.