Bear Creek (MN) near Rochester
Minnesota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Olmsted County, Minnesota on the Bear Creek (MN). Live water level data from USGS gauge 05372930, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
20 ft
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Highway 14 bridge.
15.8 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Highway 14 bridge concrete support beam.
10 ft
Walkway under the bridge is under water.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 2019 | 11.8 ft | — |
| Jun 27, 2019 | 11.8 ft | — |
| Sep 23, 2010 | 8.75 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Sep 23, 2010 | 8.75 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Apr 12, 2001 | 8.08 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RBCM5
River
Bear Creek (MN)
County
Olmsted, MN
Coordinates
44.0078°N, 92.4457°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear Creek (MN) near Rochester?
The Bear Creek (MN) near Rochester gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05372930) 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 Bear Creek (MN) near Rochester?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear Creek (MN) near Rochester is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bear Creek (MN) rises?
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Where is the Bear Creek (MN) near Rochester gauge located?
The gauge is located in Olmsted County, Minnesota at coordinates 44.0078°N, 92.4457°W. USGS site number: 05372930. 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 of Minnesota DNR, 05372930
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. The stages/flows that will occur may be different if future rainfall is different than forecast.