RIVER GAUGE · SHEYENNE RIVER
Sheyenne River at Valley City
Barnes County, North Dakota
Water level2.55 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action12.5 ft2,805 cfs
Minor flood15 ft
Moderate flood16 ft
Major flood17 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 24 ft
Top of I-94 bridge.
- 20.69 ft
RECORD FLOOD. April 13, 2009.
- 20 ft
Elevation of the top of the emergency dikes. Low steel in I-94 bridge.
- 18 ft
Actions are taken to protect electrical distribution equipment.
- 17.2 ft
The City of Valley City installs removable floodwalls in the University district.
- 17 ft
MAJOR FLOOD. Levees and low spots are re-enforced.
- 16 ft
MODERATE FLOOD. Storm drains are closed.
- 15 ft
MINOR FLOOD. Actions are taken to protect the power plant.
- 14 ft
Diking required to keep river in channel. Highway 10 in Valley City flooded.
- 12.5 ft
ACTION STAGE/FLOOD SERVICE STAGE.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2009 | 20.69 ft | — |
| Apr 17, 2011 | 20.66 ft | 7,270 cfs |
| Mar 31, 1882 | 20 ft | — |
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