Major Flood
14 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Highway 6 begins to flood, and the levees on the west bank of the creek are overtopped with water heading toward the community of Dumont.
13 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge on Highway 6.
9 ft
The lower banks on the east side of the creek are overtopped.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 5, 1997 | 13.63 ft | 3,720 cfs |
| Apr 12, 2001 | 12.35 ft | 2,630 cfs |
| Apr 17, 2019 | 11.84 ft | 3,720 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DUMM5
River
12 Mile Creek
County
Traverse, MN
Coordinates
45.7161°N, 96.3486°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of 12 Mile Creek near Dumont?
The 12 Mile Creek near Dumont gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05047900) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for 12 Mile Creek near Dumont?
The NWS-defined flood stage for 12 Mile Creek near Dumont is 10 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when 12 Mile Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add 12 Mile Creek near Dumont to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the 12 Mile Creek near Dumont gauge located?
The gauge is located in Traverse County, Minnesota at coordinates 45.7161°N, 96.3486°W. USGS site number: 05047900. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations Courtesy U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Observations Courtesy U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.