Mississippi River At Brainerd, Mn Realtime Data
MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT BRAINERD, MN
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
536
Discharge (cfs)
4.4
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 536 cfs, and a gauge height of 4.38 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 595 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The river is fed by several tributaries, including the Crow Wing River, and there are several dams located upstream that can affect the flow. Seasonal trends show a peak in flow during the spring months due to snowmelt, while summer and fall tend to have lower flows. Interestingly, the Mississippi River at Brainerd has a unique feature known as a "braided channel," where the river splits into multiple channels and then rejoins again downstream. This can lead to complex flow patterns and make accurate measurements challenging. Overall, understanding the hydrology of the Mississippi River at Brainerd is important for managing water resources and predicting flood risks.
August 15, 2026
| Elevation | 1,167.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 4.38 ft |
| Stream water level elevation above NAVD 1988, in ft | 1152.03 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 536.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 21% |
| Year Over Year Average | 2,560 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 17,800 cfs |
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