Station Name: SHEYENNE RIVER BELOW BALDHILL DAM, ND
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,237 feet

Nearest Address:
114th Ave SE
Valley City, ND 58072
Barnes County

GPS Coordinates: 47.0338718, -98.0837077

Nearby Water Temperatures

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 16 at 11:33PM CST until January 17 at 4:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Fri January 16, 2026, 11:33 PM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 7:45 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 4 PM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 17 at 5:19AM CST until January 18 at 9:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Sat January 17, 2026, 5:19 AM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow and widespread blowing snow possible. Total snow accumulations up to one inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility below a half mile, may make travel dangerous, especially in open country. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 17 at 4:09AM CST until January 17 at 1:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Sat January 17, 2026, 4:09 AM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 12:15 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 35 below. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...Until 1 PM CST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 16 at 11:33PM CST until January 17 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Fri January 16, 2026, 11:33 PM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 7:45 AM

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and patchy blowing snow tonight. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, blizzard conditions possible Sunday. Total snow accumulations up to two inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions may make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 16 at 11:33PM CST until January 18 at 9:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Fri January 16, 2026, 11:33 PM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 7:45 AM

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and patchy blowing snow tonight. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, blizzard conditions possible Sunday. Total snow accumulations up to two inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 AM CST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions may make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Blizzard Warning issued January 17 at 5:19AM CST until January 17 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Sat January 17, 2026, 5:19 AM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...Upgraded to blizzard warning due to continued wind gusts 50 mph and zero visibility. For the Winter Storm Watch, blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until noon CST today. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility below a half mile, may make travel dangerous, especially in open country. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 17 at 5:19AM CST until January 18 at 9:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Sat January 17, 2026, 5:19 AM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...Upgraded to blizzard warning due to continued wind gusts 50 mph and zero visibility. For the Winter Storm Watch, blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until noon CST today. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility below a half mile, may make travel dangerous, especially in open country. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 17 at 5:19AM CST until January 18 at 9:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Sat January 17, 2026, 5:19 AM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations up to one inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast North Dakota. * WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards may create whiteout conditions that could make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Winter Storm Watch issued January 16 at 11:33PM CST until January 18 at 9:00PM CST by NWS Grand Forks ND

Effective: Fri January 16, 2026, 11:33 PM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 7:45 AM

* WHAT...Blowing snow and occasional visibility reductions to under 1/2SM remain possible through Saturday morning along with wind gusts to 40 mph. Blizzard conditions possible Sunday. Total snow accumulations up to two inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Steele County. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions may make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 16 at 11:39PM CST until January 17 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Bismarck ND

Effective: Fri January 16, 2026, 11:39 PM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 7:45 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 35 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest and central North Dakota, including the James River Valley. * WHEN...Until noon CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty northwest winds will also lead to patchy blowing snow.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 17 at 5:29AM CST until January 17 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Bismarck ND

Effective: Sat January 17, 2026, 5:29 AM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 36 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Western and central North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until noon CST /11 AM MST/ today. For the Wind Advisory, from midnight CST /11 PM MST/ tonight to 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around. The cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty northwest winds will also lead to patchy blowing snow.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Wind Advisory issued January 17 at 5:29AM CST until January 18 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Bismarck ND

Effective: Sat January 17, 2026, 5:29 AM
Expires: Sat January 17, 2026, 1:30 PM

* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 36 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Western and central North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until noon CST /11 AM MST/ today. For the Wind Advisory, from midnight CST /11 PM MST/ tonight to 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around. The cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty northwest winds will also lead to patchy blowing snow.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.