Zumbro River Flow
The latest USGS readings for the Zumbro River were last reported on June 24, 2019. Each gauge’s most recent value is listed below. ❤ Favorite
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Every gauge, dam and paddle run on the river, one tap each:
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Zumbro 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.
No gauge on the Zumbro River has reported in the last 3 days. The table below shows each gauge’s last reading.
How the Zumbro 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.
Zumbro River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Zumbro River At Kellogg MN
Last reported Jun 24 · USGS 05374900 |
1,550 cfs | · | · | 3.16 ft | 671 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 Zumbro River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Zumbro River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Zumbro River
The Zumbro River is a 110-mile-long tributary of the Mississippi River in southern Minnesota. The river is characterized by its meandering course, abundant wildlife, and scenic bluffs. The river's name is derived from the Native American word "zump-ro" which means "place of giant fish." The river has a rich history, having been used by Native Americans for hunting and fishing, as well as by European settlers for transportation and water power. The river has several reservoirs and dams, including the Zumbro Falls, Hammond, and Lake Zumbro dams, which help regulate the river's flow and provide hydroelectric power. The river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and kayaking, as well as for agriculture, with many farms and pasturelands located along its banks.
About the Zumbro River
How is the Zumbro River flowing right now?
Snoflo has no USGS reading for the Zumbro River from the last 3 days; the latest readings were reported June 24, 2019. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Zumbro River running high or low?
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.