Major Flood
1512 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
1511 ft
Minor Flood
1509 ft
Action Stage
1508 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1506.2 ft
At this level bankfull conditions exist in some locations. Higher levels only flood agricultural lowlands. No towns flooded at this level. County roads may become flooded at higher levels.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 1995 | 1514.6 ft | 1,400 cfs |
| Apr 6, 1949 | 1513.23 ft | 3,000 cfs |
| Apr 21, 1979 | 1511.85 ft | 1,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
KLSN8
River
Wintering River
County
McHenry, ND
Coordinates
48.1383°N, 100.5394°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wintering River below Karlsruhe?
The Wintering River below Karlsruhe gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05120500) 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 Wintering River below Karlsruhe?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wintering River below Karlsruhe is 1509 feet. Action stage begins at 1508 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1511 feet, and major flooding at 1512 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wintering River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wintering River below Karlsruhe to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Wintering River below Karlsruhe gauge located?
The gauge is located in McHenry County, North Dakota at coordinates 48.1383°N, 100.5394°W. USGS site number: 05120500. 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.