Major Flood
26 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
24 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Several homes threatened on the east bank of the Little Fork at the confluence with the Rainy River. This flooding is due to backwater and is dependant on both the height of the Little Fork and Rainy Rivers.
22 ft
Several DNR boat landings and primative campgrounds adjacent to the river are inundated.
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 10, 1950 | 37 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| Apr 17, 1916 | 37 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| Apr 16, 1969 | 32.61 ft | 20,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LFKM5
River
Little Fork River
County
Koochiching, MN
Coordinates
48.3958°N, 93.5492°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Fork River at Littlefork?
The Little Fork River at Littlefork gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05131500) 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 Little Fork River at Littlefork?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Fork River at Littlefork is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Fork River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Fork River at Littlefork 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 Little Fork River at Littlefork gauge located?
The gauge is located in Koochiching County, Minnesota at coordinates 48.3958°N, 93.5492°W. USGS site number: 05131500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Little Fork River near Littlefork
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.