RIVER GAUGE · SHEYENNE RIVER
Sheyenne River at West Fargo Diversion
Cass County, North Dakota
Water level6.59 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action16 ft2,580 cfs
Minor flood18 ft
Moderate flood20 ft
Major flood21 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 21 ft
MAJOR FLOOD. Approximate stage where flooding begins in areas along the Sheyenne River north of the diversion channel to Harwood, ND.
- 20 ft
MODERATE FLOOD.
- 18 ft
MINOR FLOOD. Agricultural damage begins.
- 16 ft
ACTION STAGE/FORECAST SERVICE STAGE.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 1996 | 28.77 ft | — |
| Mar 28, 1995 | 27.97 ft | — |
| Mar 28, 1994 | 25.93 ft | 1,700 cfs |
More on Sheyenne River
DownstreamSheyenne River at Harwood
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