Major Flood
1499 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CQBM5). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
1496 ft
Minor Flood
1494 ft
Action Stage
1490 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1500 ft
Highway 44 bridge over Cloquet River inundated. Water reaches the gauge house and data loss may be possible.
1497.8 ft
Peak gage height reached during flood of June 2024. Extensive downstream inundation of Cloquet River, Indian Lake, and Alden Lake.
1494 ft
Flood water surroundings the buildings of the lowest property on Indian Lake with several feet of water. Water inundates docks and yards on Alden and Little Alden Lake. Watercraft campsites and public water accesses on the Cloquet River may be inundated with flowing water.
1492 ft
The Cloquet River causes backwater into Indian Lake. At this level the lowest property on Indian Lake has flood water surrounding out buildings. Water may begin encroaching on docks and lawns on properties around Alden Lake.
1491 ft
The Cloquet River causes backwater into Indian Lake. At this level the lowest property on Indian Lake begins being impacted.
1490 ft
One campsite is underwater at the Indian Lake campground.
1489.5 ft
Cloquet River out of banks.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
CQBM5
River
Cloquet River
County
St. Louis, MN
Coordinates
47.2606°N, 91.8453°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cloquet River near Brimson?
The Cloquet River near Brimson gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Cloquet River near Brimson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cloquet River near Brimson is 1494 feet. Action stage begins at 1490 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1496 feet, and major flooding at 1499 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cloquet River rises?
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Where is the Cloquet River near Brimson gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Louis County, Minnesota at coordinates 47.2606°N, 91.8453°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Cloquet River at Island Lake
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of Minnesota DNR
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.