Is the Pipestem Creek flooding?

North Dakota · 2 gauges · North Dakota river levels

The Pipestem Creek is tracked by 2 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 Pipestem Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 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 15 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 Pipestem Creek near Buchanan, ND. The highest level ever recorded there was 12.08 ft on 10 April 1969, carrying 6,080 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1950 (30 annual peaks).

Drains 719 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,468 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Pipestem Creek near Pingree, NDNo flooding5.34 ft11 ft
Pipestem Creek near Buchanan, 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.