Streamflow levels across
Minnesota
are currently
50.0% of normal, with the
Mississippi River At Winona
reporting the highest discharge in the state with
37500cfs and gauge stage of 5.91 ft.
Meanwhile, the
Mississippi River At Brainerd
is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a
33.13%
increase since yesterday, and currently running at
2130cfs.
Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the
Minnesota River At New Ulm, currently reporting a stage of
785.58ft.
The
Blue Earth River Near Rapidan
in the
Blue Earth
watershed
is surging for this time of year at
437cfs, about
200.49% of normal.
Minnesota has a humid continental climate with distinct four seasons, and snowfall is significant in winter. Major surface flows in Minnesota include the Mississippi River, the Red River, and the Minnesota River. The Mississippi River is the largest and most significant river in Minnesota, and it is fed by several tributaries, including the Minnesota River. The region has several reservoirs/dams, including Gull Lake, Lake Mille Lacs, and Lake Superior. Minnesota's hydrology is characterized by higher-than-average precipitation levels, with rainfall and snowmelt being the primary drivers of streamflow. The state's watershed areas are the Lake Superior Basin, the Rainy River Basin, the Upper Mississippi River Basin, and the Red River Basin. Snowpack in Minnesota is essential in predicting spring and summer streamflow conditions.
River Run | Status | Streamflow (CFS) | Air Temp (F) |
---|---|---|---|
Upper Saint Louis
Class II+ to IV |
RUNNABLE | 6710 | 40 |