Moderate Flood
18 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.
Minor Flood
16 ft
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BIFM5
River
Big Fork River
County
Koochiching, MN
Coordinates
48.1958°N, 93.8071°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Fork River at Big Falls?
The Big Fork River at Big Falls gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05132000) 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 Big Fork River at Big Falls?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Fork River at Big Falls is 16 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Fork River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Fork River at Big Falls 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 Big Fork River at Big Falls gauge located?
The gauge is located in Koochiching County, Minnesota at coordinates 48.1958°N, 93.8071°W. USGS site number: 05132000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.