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
23 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Numerous roads flooded and impassable between the Minnesota River and Redwood Falls.
24 ft
Fleischer Rd flooded in North Redwood; storm sewers closed off and bypass pumping begins.
23 ft
Riverside Rd and Front Street flooded in North Redwood.
19 ft
Water reaches flood mitigation culverts on Riverside Road
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 14, 2001 | 29.25 ft | 45,400 cfs |
| Mar 31, 2019 | 28.85 ft | 42,400 cfs |
| Jun 21, 2014 | 27.53 ft | 33,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MTNM5
River
Minnesota River
County
Renville, MN
Coordinates
44.5461°N, 94.9961°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Minnesota River near Morton?
The Minnesota River near Morton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05316580) 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 near Morton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Minnesota River near Morton is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Minnesota River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Minnesota River near Morton 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 near Morton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Renville County, Minnesota at coordinates 44.5461°N, 94.9961°W. USGS site number: 05316580. 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 (05316580)
- 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.