Major Flood
1557 ft
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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
1553 ft
Minor Flood
1551 ft
Action Stage
1550 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1556.2 ft
Approximately the top of permanent flood protection for the city. A number of homes will be affected by flooding.
1552.2 ft
Water begins to approach houses nearest to river banks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2011 | 1562.86 ft | 26,900 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1880 | 1559.224 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Apr 17, 1976 | 1557.304 ft | 10,100 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Souris River at Minot-Broadway Bridge?
The Souris River at Minot-Broadway Bridge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05117600) 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 Souris River at Minot-Broadway Bridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Souris River at Minot-Broadway Bridge is 1551 feet. Action stage begins at 1550 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1553 feet, and major flooding at 1557 feet.
How do I get alerts when Souris River rises?
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Where is the Souris River at Minot-Broadway Bridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ward County, North Dakota at coordinates 48.2381°N, 101.2958°W. USGS site number: 05117600. 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 typically include ONLY 2 days of future rain from <u>forecast issuance time</u> (lower right of graph). Occasionally 3 days of future rain included.