Roseau River Flow Today
As of October 3, 2026 at 2:00 AM, the Roseau River is flowing at 238 cfs at Ross, MN — 304% of normal for the date and up 14% in 24 hours. 2 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 233 to 238 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Roseau River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Ross, the Roseau River is running 238 cfs — 304% of normal, up 14% since yesterday. Along the river, 2 of 2 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 227% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Caribou (+158%) and Ross (+14%).
How the Roseau River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Ross1,031 ft 238 cfs304%
- Caribou1,008 ft 233 cfs149%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Roseau River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (227%).
Roseau River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Roseau River Below South Fork Near Malung MN
Last reported Apr 11 · USGS 05104500 |
44 cfs | · | · | 4.42 ft | 1,050 ft |
|
Roseau River At Ross MN
Oct 3, 2:00 AM · USGS 05107500 |
238 cfs | 304% | +14% | 4.48 ft | 1,031 ft |
|
Roseau River Below State Ditch 51 Near Caribou MN
Oct 3, 2:30 AM · USGS 05112000 |
233 cfs | 149% | +158% | 3.19 ft | 1,008 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Roseau River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Roseau River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Roseau River
The Roseau River, located in Minnesota and Manitoba, Canada, is about 248 kilometers long. Historically, the river was used by the Dakota, Ojibwe, and Metis people for transportation and fishing. Today, it is used for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and boating. The river's hydrology is primarily influenced by precipitation and snowmelt. The river is also impacted by three reservoirs: Roseau Lake, Malung Lake, and Pinecreek Lake, which are controlled by dams. These reservoirs are used for flood control, irrigation, and to supply drinking water. Additionally, the Roseau River is an important source of water for agricultural purposes, including irrigation for crops like sugar beets, potatoes, and soybeans. The river is an important natural resource for the region, providing recreational and economic benefits.
About the Roseau River
How is the Roseau River flowing right now?
As of October 3, 2026, the Roseau River is flowing at 238 cfs at Ross, MN, about 304% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 233 to 238 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Roseau River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Roseau River is at 227% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.