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Flood — Carter, MT

Apr 14, 2009

Rapid snowmelt caused streams within Carter County to run high. In addition to Box Elder Creek, minor flooding was also reported along the Little Missouri River and other streams. Residents along Box Elder Creek from near Hammond to Ridgeway, Belltower and Mill Iron also experienced minor flooding. In addition, heavy rain showers resulted in additional rises to the streams.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 164162). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Carter, MT

This event is one of many recorded floods in Carter County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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