Station Name: Birch Creek at Bullhead Bridge, nr Valier, MT
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 3,510 feet / 1,070 meters

Nearest Address:
Bullhead Rd
Valier, MT 59486
Pondera County

GPS Coordinates: 48.39110278, -112.319661

Nearby Water Temperatures

High Wind Warning issued February 22 at 12:39PM MST until February 24 at 2:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Sat February 22, 2025, 12:39 PM
Expires: Sun February 23, 2025, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 55 mph with gusts up to 95 mph along the immediate eastern slopes of the Rockies and up to 75 mph in eastern Glacier County and vicinity. * WHERE...The Montana Hi-Line adjacent to the Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...Until 2 PM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause isolated power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Brief periods of significantly weaker winds will occur at times. The strongest winds are favored late tonight into early Sunday and then again Sunday night into Monday morning.

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Remember, a High Wind Warning means that there is at least an 80% chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring during the warning period.

High Wind Warning issued February 22 at 12:39PM MST until February 24 at 2:00PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Sat February 22, 2025, 12:39 PM
Expires: Sun February 23, 2025, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Southern Rocky Mountain Front and adjacent foothills and plains, Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Western and Central Chouteau County, Cascade County below 5000ft, and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 2 PM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause isolated power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Brief periods of significantly weaker winds will occur at times. The strongest winds are favored late tonight into early Sunday and then again Sunday night into Monday morning.

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. Remember, a High Wind Warning means that there is at least an 80% chance of 40 mph sustained winds or 58 mph wind gusts occurring during the warning period.

Hydrologic Outlook issued February 22 at 12:14PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Sat February 22, 2025, 12:14 PM
Expires: Mon February 24, 2025, 12:15 PM

ESFTFX Warming temperatures through next week will lead to changes in river ice conditions and an increased risk of river ice breakup and the potential for ice jams. Lower elevation snowmelt and still frozen ground could also lead to some increased runoff into creeks and rivers, adding to the potential for river ice breakup. Ice jams are unpredictable and flooding can rapidly occur, so those with interests along waterways should monitor water levels over the coming week and take action should flooding occur. Additionally, frozen ground after a prolonged cold period and melting snow may result in standing water in areas of poor drainage. This could create difficult access to fields and impact some rural roads. As temperatures warm up more early next week and the ground begins to thaw, muddy conditions may create additional impacts. The greatest risk for overland impacts from snowmelt look to be from eastern portions of Teton and Pondera counties across portions of Cascade and Chouteau counties and most lower elevation areas in Judith Basin and Fergus counties, where water equivalent in the lower elevation snowpack ranges from around 1.0" to as much as 3.0 to 4.0" in portions of Fergus county. These areas are also most susceptible to overnight temperatures remaining near or above freezing tonight through early next week. Across Southwestern Montana, there is significant water content in the snowpack in the Gallatin valley, however melting will likely be slower with overnight temperatures continuing to fall below freezing. Stay tuned to the forecast for the latest temperature trends, along with any warnings or advisories that may be issued. Please report any flooding to local law enforcement. Do not drive over flooded roadways as the roadbed may be washed out. Turn Around, Don't Drown.

Hydrologic Outlook issued February 22 at 12:14PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Sat February 22, 2025, 12:14 PM
Expires: Mon February 24, 2025, 12:15 PM

ESFTFX Warming temperatures through next week will lead to changes in river ice conditions and an increased risk of river ice breakup and the potential for ice jams. Lower elevation snowmelt and still frozen ground could also lead to some increased runoff into creeks and rivers, adding to the potential for river ice breakup. Ice jams are unpredictable and flooding can rapidly occur, so those with interests along waterways should monitor water levels over the coming week and take action should flooding occur. Additionally, frozen ground after a prolonged cold period and melting snow may result in standing water in areas of poor drainage. This could create difficult access to fields and impact some rural roads. As temperatures warm up more early next week and the ground begins to thaw, muddy conditions may create additional impacts. The greatest risk for overland impacts from snowmelt look to be from eastern portions of Teton and Pondera counties across portions of Cascade and Chouteau counties and most lower elevation areas in Judith Basin and Fergus counties, where water equivalent in the lower elevation snowpack ranges from around 1.0" to as much as 3.0 to 4.0" in portions of Fergus county. These areas are also most susceptible to overnight temperatures remaining near or above freezing tonight through early next week. Across Southwestern Montana, there is significant water content in the snowpack in the Gallatin valley, however melting will likely be slower with overnight temperatures continuing to fall below freezing. Stay tuned to the forecast for the latest temperature trends, along with any warnings or advisories that may be issued. Please report any flooding to local law enforcement. Do not drive over flooded roadways as the roadbed may be washed out. Turn Around, Don't Drown.

Hydrologic Outlook issued February 22 at 12:14PM MST by NWS Great Falls MT

Effective: Sat February 22, 2025, 12:14 PM
Expires: Mon February 24, 2025, 12:15 PM

ESFTFX Warming temperatures through next week will lead to changes in river ice conditions and an increased risk of river ice breakup and the potential for ice jams. Lower elevation snowmelt and still frozen ground could also lead to some increased runoff into creeks and rivers, adding to the potential for river ice breakup. Ice jams are unpredictable and flooding can rapidly occur, so those with interests along waterways should monitor water levels over the coming week and take action should flooding occur. Additionally, frozen ground after a prolonged cold period and melting snow may result in standing water in areas of poor drainage. This could create difficult access to fields and impact some rural roads. As temperatures warm up more early next week and the ground begins to thaw, muddy conditions may create additional impacts. The greatest risk for overland impacts from snowmelt look to be from eastern portions of Teton and Pondera counties across portions of Cascade and Chouteau counties and most lower elevation areas in Judith Basin and Fergus counties, where water equivalent in the lower elevation snowpack ranges from around 1.0" to as much as 3.0 to 4.0" in portions of Fergus county. These areas are also most susceptible to overnight temperatures remaining near or above freezing tonight through early next week. Across Southwestern Montana, there is significant water content in the snowpack in the Gallatin valley, however melting will likely be slower with overnight temperatures continuing to fall below freezing. Stay tuned to the forecast for the latest temperature trends, along with any warnings or advisories that may be issued. Please report any flooding to local law enforcement. Do not drive over flooded roadways as the roadbed may be washed out. Turn Around, Don't Drown.