Major Flood
1578 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
1576 ft
Minor Flood
1573 ft
Action Stage
1572 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1578.8 ft
Something around 1578.5 to 1578.8 ft the County Road 8 closes as the water becomes to deep on the road and bridge surface.
1577.3 ft
The road leading to the gage and Baker Bridge downstream of the gage house will flood. The valley floor becomes covered with water.
1576 ft
West bank begins to overflow.
1575 ft
Rural flooding begins.
1571 ft
East bank begins to overflow.
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 | 1584.44 ft | 26,400 cfs |
| Apr 16, 1976 | 1579.173 ft | 8,600 cfs |
| Apr 16, 1969 | 1577.843 ft | 5,380 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Souris River near Foxholm?
The Souris River near Foxholm gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05116000) 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 near Foxholm?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Souris River near Foxholm is 1573 feet. Action stage begins at 1572 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1576 feet, and major flooding at 1578 feet.
How do I get alerts when Souris River rises?
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Where is the Souris River near Foxholm gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ward County, North Dakota at coordinates 48.3722°N, 101.5050°W. USGS site number: 05116000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, 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.