Major Flood
34 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
28 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29.5 ft
Highway 41 at Chaska may close when the river reaches this stage.
26.7 ft
The bridge at Scott County Road 9 and Carver County Road 11/Jonathan Carver Parkway will be closed.
25 ft
Low lying areas and some roads along the river begin to flood and private sanitary sewers may experience problems.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2024 | 35.12 ft | 101,950 cfs |
| Apr 10, 1965 | 35.07 ft | 117,000 cfs |
| Jun 23, 1993 | 33.52 ft | 92,200 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Minnesota River at Jordan?
The Minnesota River at Jordan gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05330000) 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 Minnesota River at Jordan?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Minnesota River at Jordan is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Minnesota River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Minnesota River at Jordan 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 Minnesota River at Jordan gauge located?
The gauge is located in Scott County, Minnesota at coordinates 44.6930°N, 93.6419°W. USGS site number: 05330000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Obs courtesy of USGS (0533000)
- 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.