-475.0 cfs (-38.93%) since yesterday
28.45% of normal
•
Very Low
Total streamflow across the
Roseau River
was last observed at
745
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
1,478
acre-ft of water today; about 28%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
2,619 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-10-15 when daily discharge volume was observed at
10,320 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Roseau River Below State Ditch 51 Nr Caribou
reporting a streamflow rate of 603 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Roseau River At Ross
with a gauge stage of 6.46 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Roseau River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,050 ft, the
Roseau River Below South Fork Near Malung.
Last Updated
2024-05-18
Streamflow
745.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
28.45%
Maximum
10,320.0 cfs
2019-10-15
About the 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.