River Conditions
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River stage

Willow Creek (ND)

River level
1437.08 ft
Status
Below flood stage

Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS

Gauges reporting
1 of 1
Above flood stage
0
Above action stage
0
Overall
Below flood stage
Publisher
NWS · USGS

In brief

On Oct 13, 2026, 1 of 1 gauge on the Willow Creek (ND) reported, and none was above flood stage.

Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges

Willow Creek level at Willow City

The Willow Creek is measured in one place, at Willow City, ND. The height below is the river at that spot rather than along its whole length, because the National Weather Service sets a flood stage for each gauge separately.

LocationState Level Flood stage Status
Willow City ND 1437.08 ft 1442.00 ft normal, steady

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Willow Creek flooding right now?

No. The Willow Creek is below flood stage at Willow City, ND, its only gauge, as of 2026-10-13.

How high is the Willow Creek?

The Willow Creek is at 1437.08 ft at Willow City, ND, the only gauge on the river.

Where is the Willow Creek measured?

The National Weather Service and USGS operate one gauge on the Willow Creek, at Willow City, ND.

What does flood stage mean?

Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. On the Willow Creek it is set for the gauge at Willow City, ND, so it describes conditions there rather than along the whole river. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.

River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.