Major Flood
15 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Major flood stage. Water will overflow the bridge on County Road 186. Widespread agricultural flooding and flooding of rural roads.
14 ft
Moderate flood stage. Flooding of agricultural land and some rural roads.
13 ft
Flood stage. Low-lying pasture land along the river begins to flood.
12 ft
Action stage. Water begins to overflow the 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 18, 1978 | 14.6 ft | 15,300 cfs |
| May 26, 1962 | 14.33 ft | 4,420 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1964 | 14 ft | 3,350 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BFRW4
River
Belle Fourche River
County
Crook, WY
Coordinates
44.3219°N, 104.9405°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Belle Fourche River below Moorcroft?
The Belle Fourche River below Moorcroft gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06426500) 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 Belle Fourche River below Moorcroft?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Belle Fourche River below Moorcroft is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Belle Fourche River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Belle Fourche River below Moorcroft 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 Belle Fourche River below Moorcroft gauge located?
The gauge is located in Crook County, Wyoming at coordinates 44.3219°N, 104.9405°W. USGS site number: 06426500. 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, Observations courtesy of the USACE
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.