Major Flood
22 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21.2 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the County Road 2 Bridge.
18 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2004 | 22.98 ft | 11,200 cfs |
| Jul 10, 2000 | 21.075 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Sep 23, 2010 | 21 ft | 9,950 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cedar River near Lansing?
The Cedar River near Lansing gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05455940) 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 Cedar River near Lansing?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cedar River near Lansing is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cedar River rises?
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Where is the Cedar River near Lansing gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mower County, Minnesota at coordinates 43.7464°N, 92.9581°W. USGS site number: 05455940. 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, 05455940
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.