+471.0 cfs (+80.51%) since yesterday
91.29% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Redwood River
was last observed at
1,056
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
2,095
acre-ft of water today; about 91%
of normal.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
1,157 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2018-07-06 when daily discharge volume was observed at
9,700 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Redwood River Near Redwood Falls
reporting a streamflow rate of 811 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Redwood River Near Marshall
with a gauge stage of 8.82 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Redwood River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,199 ft, the
Redwood River Near Marshall.
Last Updated
2024-04-18
Streamflow
1,056.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
91.29%
Maximum
9,700.0 cfs
2018-07-06
About the redwood river
The Redwood River is a 157-mile-long river in southwestern Minnesota. It flows through a diverse landscape of prairies, wetlands, and forests before ultimately emptying into the Minnesota River. The river has a rich history, with evidence of early human habitation dating back over 12,000 years. Today, the Redwood River is an important source of water for both agricultural and recreational uses. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Lakeside Dam, which was built in 1936 to provide hydroelectric power. The river is popular for kayaking, fishing, and camping, and its banks are lined with parks and trails. The Redwood River is also critical to the region's agricultural industry, providing irrigation water for crops and livestock.