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USGS Streamgage 06329640

Missouri River No. 5A at Buford, ND

Missouri River No. 5A at Buford, ND is USGS streamgage 06329640 in North Dakota, monitoring river discharge in hydrologic subbasin 10110101. It drains a watershed of about 164,000 square miles. Discharge records at this site go back to 1960.

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Gauge details

State
North Dakota
Drainage area
164,000 sq mi
Gauge elevation
1,872 ft
Subbasin (HUC-8)
10110101
Coordinates
47.98556, -103.98528
USGS site number
06329640
Records begin
1960-04-15 (66 years)

Common questions

How long has Missouri River No. 5A at Buford, ND been measured?
Discharge records at USGS site 06329640 begin in 1960, about 66 years, covering roughly 72 days of published daily values. The long record is what makes the monthly percentiles on this page meaningful.
Where is Missouri River No. 5A at Buford, ND?
The gauge sits at 47.98556, -103.98528, in North Dakota, in hydrologic subbasin 10110101, at an elevation of about 1,872 feet, draining roughly 164,000 square miles.
Can I use Missouri River No. 5A at Buford, ND data for flood or safety decisions?
No. Rivermatics provides estimates, not guarantees, and the readings and forecasts here may be delayed, inaccurate, or wrong. Do not use them for navigation or for any safety, rescue, or emergency decision. Check the National Weather Service and USGS directly, and use your own judgment.

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