Major Flood
1420 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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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
1418 ft
Minor Flood
1414 ft
Action Stage
1413 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1418 ft
Refuge area floods. The city of Westhope is on high ground and does not flood. Road to gage is impassable. Access to Dam #357 is OK below 16 feet.
1416 ft
Wildlife and refuge flooding only.
1414 ft
Water is almost valley-wide. The area flooded is grass covered and no buildings are affected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2011 | 1426.75 ft | — |
| Apr 18, 1969 | 1421.36 ft | 6,300 cfs |
| Apr 13, 1999 | 1421 ft | 7,060 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WSTN8
River
Souris River
County
Bottineau, ND
Coordinates
48.9964°N, 100.9581°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Souris River near Westhope?
The Souris River near Westhope gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05124000) 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 Westhope?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Souris River near Westhope is 1414 feet. Action stage begins at 1413 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1418 feet, and major flooding at 1420 feet.
How do I get alerts when Souris River rises?
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Where is the Souris River near Westhope gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bottineau County, North Dakota at coordinates 48.9964°N, 100.9581°W. USGS site number: 05124000. 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.