Mississippi River at Brownsville
Minnesota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Houston County, Minnesota on the Mississippi River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05386400, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Minor Flood
635 ft
Action Stage
633 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
635.5 ft
Access road to Wildcat Park and Landing south of Brownsville starts to be impacted with water flowing over the 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 21, 1965 | 640.2 ft | — |
| Apr 21, 1965 | 640.2 ft | — |
| Apr 18, 2001 | 638.79 ft | — |
| Apr 18, 2001 | 638.79 ft | — |
| Apr 27, 2023 | 637.97 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BRWM5
River
Mississippi River
County
Houston, MN
Coordinates
43.6868°N, 91.2730°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mississippi River at Brownsville?
The Mississippi River at Brownsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05386400) 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 Mississippi River at Brownsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mississippi River at Brownsville is 635 feet. Action stage begins at 633 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Mississippi River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mississippi River at Brownsville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Mississippi River at Brownsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Houston County, Minnesota at coordinates 43.6868°N, 91.2730°W. USGS site number: 05386400. 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 U.S. geological Survey