+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.