RIVER GAUGE · BELLE FOURCHE RIVER
Belle Fourche River near Alva
Crook County, Wyoming
Water level1.23 ft
Flow7 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action4 ft684 cfs
Minor flood5 ft1,250 cfs
Moderate flood6 ft1,990 cfs
Major flood8 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 8 ft
Major Flood Stage. Widespread flooding of agricultural land and rural roads.
- 6 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Flooding of agricultural areas and some rural roads are possible. Areas along the river in Hulett may experience flooding.
- 5 ft
Flood Stage. Minor flooding along the river. Possible minor flooding around Hulett. Little if any impact at the gage.
- 4 ft
Action Stage. Minimal low land flooding along the river is possible.
- 3.5 ft
River begins to leave lower banks. Water is still contained within the upper banks.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2011 | 8.54 ft | 5,772 cfs |
| May 31, 2013 | 7.54 ft | 3,520 cfs |
| Jun 5, 2008 | 6.89 ft | 2,802 cfs |
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