Kettle River Levels
June 5 2023
22,850 ACRE-FT
Discharge Volume Today
-800.0 cfs (-6.49%) since yesterday59.38% of normal • Low
Total streamflow across the
Kettle River
was last observed at
11520
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
22850
acre-ft of water today; about 59%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
19402 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed at
60,900 cfs
on
2018-05-12.
River Summary: The Kettle River is a 175-mile-long river that flows through Minnesota's Pine and Carlton Counties, then crosses the border into northeastern Minnesota, where it flows through the St. Louis County, Itasca, and Koochiching Counties. The river was named after the Native American word "Gaa-zhiigwanaabikokaag" which means "river abundant with boiling kettles." The river has been used for logging, farming, and transportation in the past. Today, it is a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. There are several reservoirs/dams, including the Sturgeon Lake Dam and the Big Falls Dam, that serve hydroelectric power and flood control purposes. The river is also used for agricultural irrigation.

Last Updated | 2023-06-05 |
Streamflow | 11,520.0 cfs |
Percent Normal | 59.38% |
Maximum |
60,900.0 cfs
2018-05-12 |