RIVER GAUGE · BIG FORK RIVER
Big Fork River at Big Falls
Koochiching County, Minnesota
Water level2.92 ft
Flow108 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Minor flood16 ft
Moderate flood18 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 18 ft
Backwater on the Sturgeon River threatens CR 30 bridge just west of Big Falls.
- 16 ft
Water into the Big Falls city park campground lowest areas.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1950 | 17.08 ft | 14,800 cfs |
| Apr 21, 1979 | 15.9 ft | 14,000 cfs |
| Apr 15, 1969 | 15.79 ft | 13,300 cfs |
More on Big Fork River
UpstreamBig Fork River near Craigville ↗
DownstreamRainy River at Manitou Rapids ↗
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