Straight River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Straight River Levels

April 18 2024

929 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+213.9 cfs (+84.05%) since yesterday
74.01% of normal Low

Total streamflow across the Straight River was last observed at 468 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 929 acre-ft of water today; about 74% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 633 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2016-09-23 when daily discharge volume was observed at 9,526 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Straight River Near Faribault reporting a streamflow rate of 652 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Straight River, with a gauge stage of 5.43 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Straight River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,411 ft, the Straight River Near Park Rapids.

Last Updated 2024-04-17
Streamflow 468.4 cfs
Percent of Normal 74.01%
Maximum 9,526.0 cfs
2016-09-23

About the straight river


The Straight River is a 69-mile-long tributary of the Cannon River in southern Minnesota. The river gets its name from its relatively straight course. It has a rich history, serving as a major transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers. The river's hydrology has been affected by agricultural land use and urbanization. The Faribault Dam was built in 1902 to generate hydroelectric power, and the Cannon River Reservoir was created in 1965 to provide flood control. The river is popular for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and hiking. It also supports agricultural uses such as irrigation, livestock watering, and crop irrigation.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Straight River Near Park Rapids
USGS 05243725
47 cfs 1.21 ft -4.45
Straight River Near Faribault
USGS 05353800
652 cfs 5.43 ft 55.61

Peak Annual Discharge

Straight River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Straight River Year Over Year Discharge


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