2026-04-04T22:00:00-05:00
...FIRST ROUND OF WINTRY PRECIPITATION IS WRAPPING UP, ANOTHER ROUND OF FREEZING RAIN AND SNOW IS EXPECTED FOR TOMORROW... .A Winter Weather Advisory for western and central Minnesota goes into effect Friday for our next wintry system. Portions of western Minnesota will see a round of freezing rain and sleet early Friday with accumulations of up to two tenths of an inch. Further north, precipitation will start out as a wintry mix before transitioning to all snow late Friday. Snowfall totals of 3 to 5 inches are expected with around a tenth of an inch of ice accumulation. East central Minnesota will see 2 to 4 inches of snow along with ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch. * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches, sleet accumulations between one tenth and two tenths of an inch, and ice accumulations around two tenths of an inch. * WHERE...Benton, Morrison, Stearns, Todd, Kanabec, and Mille Lacs Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM Friday to 10 PM CDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday evening commute.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 200 and 600 cubic feet per second (cfs), with 400 cfs being the sweet spot. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 5 miles, ending one mile downstream from the southern village boundary of Rice.
This run is rated as a Class II-III run, meaning it has moderate to difficult rapids with some obstacles that require an experienced paddler to navigate. Some of the specific rapids/obstacles on this run include "The Wave," "The Drop," and "The Pinball."
There are specific regulations that apply to this area, including a requirement to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times while on the river. Additionally, camping along the riverbank is prohibited, and visitors are asked to observe a carry-in, carry-out policy when it comes to trash and other waste.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run at Blanchard Dam is a thrilling experience for experienced paddlers. Visitors should be sure to check the streamflow conditions before embarking on their journey, as the ideal range can vary depending on weather conditions.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2026-04-01 |
| River Levels | 4070 cfs (9.44 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 58% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Run Length | 14.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 05267000 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mississippi River Near Royalton
|
4410cfs |
Sauk River Near St. Cloud
|
468cfs |
Mississippi River At St. Cloud
|
5340cfs |
Long Prairie River At Long Prairie
|
230cfs |
Crow Wing River Near Pillager
|
1500cfs |
Mississippi River At Brainerd
|
2290cfs |
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Charles Lindbergh State Park
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Veterans Memorial Park Campgrounds
Benton Beach Campground
Benton Beach
Great River Road 2199, Little Falls
Blanchard Dam
To Ends One Mile Downstream From The Southern Village Boundary Of Rice