Rivers in North Dakota
Souris River near Towner
Flood stages and impacts
| Category | Stage |
|---|---|
| Major flood | 1458.0 ft |
| Moderate flood | 1456.0 ft |
| Minor flood | 1454.0 ft |
| Action | 1453.0 ft |
- 1461.0 ftDamage begins at farmer's structures. Ditching on the left side of the river appears to be able to handle a significant amount of water. Water leaving the banks would most likely stay in this ditch.
- 1458.0 ftMajor flooding.
- 1457.8 ftAt around 56.6 ft the eastbound lane of Highway 2 near SW of Towner gets water on it (westbound remains dry) and Highway 14 immediately south of Highway 2 is closed due to high water.
- 1456.7 ftWidespread flooding west and north of town with many roads affected.
- 1456.2 ftSecondary roads become covered with water. Farmers on the right side of the river looking downstream will be affected but little damage. Water bypasses gage at this height.
- 1456.0 ftModerate flood stage. Flood problems begin with agricultural land and meadows affected.
- 1454.0 ftMinor flood stage with no significant problems.
- 1454.0 ftMinor flood stage with no significant problems.
Flood outlook
Chance of flooding, September to November
| Category | Chance |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | Under 5% |
| Moderate flooding | Under 5% |
| Major flooding | Under 5% |
The three-month chances are the River Forecast Centers’ long-range flood outlook, issued September 25, 2026.
Crest history
35 crests on NOAA’s list since 1976.
| # | Date | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 28, 2011 | 1460.0 ft |
| 2 | April 1, 1976 | 1457.9 ft |
| 3 | June 11, 2013 | 1457.8 ft |
| 4 | April 22, 1996 | 1457.7 ft |
| 5 | April 19, 2009 | 1457.5 ft |
| 6 | April 26, 1979 | 1456.9 ft |
| 7 | April 22, 1976 | 1456.9 ft |
| 8 | March 29, 1995 | 1456.7 ft |
| 9 | May 23, 1999 | 1456.7 ft |
| 10 | March 29, 1999 | 1456.7 ft |
| 11 | April 3, 1987 | 1456.6 ft |
| 12 | April 3, 2001 | 1456.4 ft |
| 13 | March 27, 1996 | 1456.0 ft |
| 14 | May 19, 2001 | 1455.9 ft |
| 15 | May 4, 1982 | 1455.8 ft |
| 16 | May 9, 2001 | 1455.8 ft |
| 17 | April 12, 1983 | 1455.7 ft |
| 18 | March 27, 1994 | 1455.6 ft |
| 19 | August 2, 1993 | 1455.6 ft |
| 20 | July 6, 2005 | 1455.4 ft |
| 21 | June 24, 1994 | 1455.2 ft |
| 22 | April 8, 1997 | 1455.0 ft |
| 23 | June 6, 2005 | 1455.0 ft |
| 24 | May 10, 1984 | 1454.4 ft |
| 25 | April 6, 2005 | 1454.2 ft |
Most recent crests
- June 11, 2013: 1457.8 ft
- June 28, 2011: 1460.0 ft
- April 19, 2009: 1457.5 ft
- June 4, 2007: 1453.0 ft
- July 6, 2005: 1455.4 ft
- June 6, 2005: 1455.0 ft
- April 6, 2005: 1454.2 ft
- March 31, 2004: 1450.9 ft
- May 12, 2003: 1452.2 ft
- March 25, 2003: 1450.7 ft
Nearby
Upstream, downstream and the gauges around this one.
What this means
Forecasts by the North Central River Forecast Center. Forecasts are issued as needed during times of high water, but are not routinely available. River Forecasts typically include ONLY 2 days of future rain from <u>forecast issuance time</u> (lower right of graph). Occasionally 3 days of future rain included.
Sources
Stage, flood stages, impacts and crest history from NOAA’s National Water Prediction Service.