Minnesota River

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Minnesota River Levels

September 14 2024

21,063 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-307.0 cfs (-2.81%) since yesterday
63.11% of normal • Low

Total streamflow across the Minnesota River was last observed at 10,619 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 21,063 acre-ft of water today; about 63% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 16,827 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2014-06-24 when daily discharge volume was observed at 261,350 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Minnesota River At Fort Snelling State Park reporting a streamflow rate of 6,620 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Minnesota River At New Ulm with a gauge stage of 787.08 ft. This river is monitored from 8 different streamgauging stations along the Minnesota River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 972 ft, the Minnesota River At Ortonville.

Last Updated 2024-09-14
Streamflow 10,619.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 63.11%
Maximum 261,350.0 cfs
2014-06-24

About the minnesota river


The Minnesota River is 335 miles long and flows from its source near Big Stone Lake in western Minnesota to its confluence with the Mississippi River near Fort Snelling, Minnesota. The river played a significant role in the state's history and was once a major transportation route for Native American tribes, fur traders, and early settlers. The river's hydrology has been greatly impacted by the construction of dams and reservoirs, including the Lac qui Parle Dam, Upper and Lower Sioux Agency State Parks, and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. The river is also used for irrigation and provides water for agricultural practices in the surrounding region. Recreational activities along the river include fishing, boating, and hiking in the numerous state parks and wildlife refuges.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Minnesota River At Ortonville
USGS 05292000 		44 cfs 1.67 ft 0
Minnesota River At Montevideo
USGS 05311000 		969 cfs 5.15 ft 0.31
Minnesota River Near Lac Qui Parle
USGS 05301000 		796 cfs 23.26 ft 0
Minnesota River At Morton
USGS 05316580 		1410 cfs 10.67 ft -2.76
Minnesota River At New Ulm
USGS 05316770 		1300 cfs 787.08 ft -6.47
Minnesota River At Mankato
USGS 05325000 		3140 cfs 4.62 ft -2.48
Minnesota River Near Jordan
USGS 05330000 		2960 cfs 6.58 ft -3.27
Minnesota River At Fort Snelling State Park
USGS 05330920 		6620 cfs 688.05 ft

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