Is the Des Lacs River flooding?

North Dakota · 4 gauges · North Dakota river levels

The Des Lacs River is tracked by 4 USGS streamgauges in North Dakota. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Des Lacs River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 4 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all North Dakota river levels.

data refreshed 14 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Des Lacs River at Foxholm, ND. The highest level ever recorded there was 21.23 ft on 19 April 1979, carrying 4,260 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1939 (81 annual peaks). It is currently at 1636.56 ft.

Drains 831 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,634 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Des Lacs River at Foxholm, NDNo flooding1636.56 ft1651 ft
Des Lacs River near Kenmare, NDNo current data
Des Lacs River at Burlington, NDNo current data
Des Lacs River near Baden, NDNo current data
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.