Minnesota Flow Report

RIVER FLOWS WEATHER HYDROLOGY
June 1, 2024



Streamflow levels across Minnesota are currently 111.0% of normal, with the Mississippi River At Winona reporting the highest discharge in the state with 70900cfs and gauge stage of 8.73 ft. Meanwhile, the Mississippi River At Grand Rapids is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a 82.14% increase since yesterday, and currently running at 1530cfs.

Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the Minnesota River At New Ulm, currently reporting a stage of 796.55ft. The Wild Rice River At Hendrum in the Eastern Wild Rice watershed is surging for this time of year at 1760cfs, about 198.96% of normal.


Surface Flow Characteristics


Minnesota has a humid continental climate with distinct four seasons, and snowfall is significant in winter. Major surface flows in Minnesota include the Mississippi River, the Red River, and the Minnesota River. The Mississippi River is the largest and most significant river in Minnesota, and it is fed by several tributaries, including the Minnesota River. The region has several reservoirs/dams, including Gull Lake, Lake Mille Lacs, and Lake Superior. Minnesota's hydrology is characterized by higher-than-average precipitation levels, with rainfall and snowmelt being the primary drivers of streamflow. The state's watershed areas are the Lake Superior Basin, the Rainy River Basin, the Upper Mississippi River Basin, and the Red River Basin. Snowpack in Minnesota is essential in predicting spring and summer streamflow conditions.


Streamgauge Profile


Statewide Warnings & Alerts

CHIPPEWA, MN; LAC QUI PARLE, MN; YELLOW MEDICINE, MN
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Minnesota... Minnesota River at Morton affecting Renville and Redwood Counties. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Minnesota... Minnesota River at Montevideo affecting Yellow Medicine, Chippewa and Lac qui Parle Counties. .Recent rainfall continues to elevate river levels ...

REDWOOD, MN; RENVILLE, MN
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Minnesota... Minnesota River at Morton affecting Renville and Redwood Counties. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Minnesota... Minnesota River at Montevideo affecting Yellow Medicine, Chippewa and Lac qui Parle Counties. .Recent rainfall continues to elevate river levels ...


Popular Whitewater Destinations

River Run Status Streamflow (CFS) Air Temp (F)
Upper Saint Louis
Class II+ to IV
RUNNABLE 6710 40
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