Missouri River at Virgelle MT
Is Missouri River at Virgelle MT flooding right now?
No — Missouri River at Virgelle MT is at 3.38 ft, 13.6 ft below its 17 ft flood stage, as of 25 min ago.
Gauge height
3.38 ft
Streamflow
5,800 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 17 ft, with major flooding at 23 ft. The highest crest on record was 25.4 ft on Mon, Jun 1, 1908.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 17 ft | 13.6 ft below |
| Minor flood | 17 ft | 13.6 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 20 ft | 16.6 ft below |
| Major flood | 23 ft | 19.6 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 25.4 ft | 1908-06-01 |
| 21.3 ft | 1964-06-10 |
| 20.68 ft | 1969-03-23 |
| 18.4 ft | 1986-02-25 |
| 17.12 ft | 1994-01-23 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Teton River at Loma MT | 12.8 mi | Chouteau County |
| Marias River near Loma MT | 15.4 mi | Chouteau County |
| Missouri River at Fort Benton MT | 22.8 mi | Chouteau County |
| Big Sandy Cr at Reservoir Bndry near Rocky Boy MT | 23.1 mi | Chouteau County |
| Boxelder Creek at Box Elder, MT | 23.9 mi | Hill County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.