Major Flood
21 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Water begins to overflow the levee near the 7th Street Bridge.
10 ft
Water begins to cover the sidewalk under the 7th Street Bridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2007 | 16.54 ft | 3,950 cfs |
| Jul 6, 2019 | 15.76 ft | 3,479 cfs |
| Jun 28, 2019 | 14.21 ft | 2,440 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cascade Creek at Rochester?
The Cascade Creek at Rochester gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05372990) 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 Cascade Creek at Rochester?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cascade Creek at Rochester is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cascade Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cascade Creek at Rochester 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 Cascade Creek at Rochester gauge located?
The gauge is located in Olmsted County, Minnesota at coordinates 44.0308°N, 92.4720°W. USGS site number: 05372990. 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, 05372990
- 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.